How do I evict from backyard she'd.

If she moved in as a non-paying guest/licensee, you can terminate immediately and informally. If she paid you any kind of rent, or otherwise became...

How Do I prepare for Inspection by Systematic Code Enforcement Program

To protect yourself from fines, lawsuits, etc., you should either have your units professionally managed, or learn about the legal requirements of...

How much is CAN A LANDLORD CHARGE FOR BEING LATE ON THE RENT

Late fees are generally illegal in residential tenancy agreements. However, a properly-drafted liquidated damages clause (which is rare) may be...

How much can a landlord charge for a late fee

Late fees are generally illegal in residential tenancy agreements. However, a properly-drafted liquidated damages clause (which is rare) may be...

How can I prevent being held responsible for past due rent when I haven't lived there for years?

To minimize further potential liability, and to avoid being named in an unlawful detainer, I suggest immediately sending a formal written...

Do I owe my Landlord?

California law generally prohibits contractual penalties (as opposed to a properly-drafted liquidated damages clause), and Civil Code Section...

If the demurrer disposed of all causes of action against, you should be able to obtain a dismissal. However, you need to immediately analyze...

Tenant did not pay rent and filed demurrer against UDL

Regardless of the merits of the demurrer, if the tenant has surrendered possession of the rental unit, then the case should automatically convert...

What can I do to be removed from a lease?

As I understand it, the one year lease expired over two years ago. If so, no one had the right to bind you to a new lease without your consent, so...

Can my granddaughter break her lease if she finds black mold in her apartment?

Many types of mold are unsightly, but not toxic, so it is unclear whether this problem would justify breaking the lease. Has your granddaughter...