What can we do if tenant in our single family house in the city does not want to pay the rent increase we gave them?

Unfortunately, given the complex landlord-tenant laws in SF and California, this is usually not the kind of problem you can solve without hiring a...

Do I have to give a 30 day notice if I’m renting a bedroom from a person and no lease was ever made?

You are required to give a written 30-day termination noitce, as per Civil Code Section 1946. If you fail to do so, you would be liable for...

I have a lodger who I allowed to stay on starting Jan 2019 no written agreements and I want him gone. How ?

If you have a BMR unit, it may be forbidden to sublease (which is basically what you have done) without the City's advance consent. Doing so could...

The pendency of the sale does not excuse violations of applicable habitability requirements. You may wish to complain to the local code...

Can u help with an end of lease item pertaining to a CA residential lease?

The landlord has done nothing wrong. The lease provision clearly states that it is up to the landlord whether to offer you month-to-month after...

What form do I file in court to ask for rent money owed me plus damages old roommate did?

Because he has moved out, you can't sue for unlawful detainer. You should just sue in small claims court for damages. Many courts have small claims...

If I ran into financial hardship can my landlord use my security deposit while I move out?

It would be a good idea to talk to the landlord, and see what you can work out. However, the landlord would not be required to let you use the...

Can I get an eviction notice if I do not live there anymore?

Whether or not you live there, it does not sound like you surrendered possession to the landlord, and you left a guest/subtenant in...

Tenants at will

Because they have complained, your termination notice should contain a non-retaliatory reason for termination - see Civil Code Section...

Can I get out of this lease without penalty ?

You may have grounds to terminate the lease on the ground of constructive eviction, based on violations of your quiet enjoyment rights. Also, if...