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What are my rights as a previous tenant? I lived in an apt for two years moved out on 11/18. still have not received my deposit

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 14, 2013

You are entitled to an itemized statement of charges and any remaining portion of the deposit within 21 days. (See California Civil Code 1950.5)...

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Can you break your lease without penalty, if the home is infested with ants?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 13, 2013

It is a landlord's responsibility to keep your place free of infestations. See California Civil Code 1941.1. You should complain in writing and...

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How do I lawfully remove personal property from a prior tenant that's been told for years & refuses. There's a new tenant.

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 13, 2013

There is a procedure to follow when property is abandoned. Although the property might not be "abandoned" by the niece, a written notice should be...

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I need help and fast

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 12, 2013

Try contacting these guys: http://www.centralcallegal.org/

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Renters heater problems and the company wont do anything

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 11, 2013

Your landlord has to provide you with heat. You also have to give them a "reasonable" time to fix the issue. If the issue is not fixed you have...

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I rented a house for my parents for 2 years in Seattle Wa and the property manager has not been fixing the problems

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 11, 2013

I don't really know about the specifics of Washington law, but you should research the "habitability" guidelines for residential tenancies. In...

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What legal form should I use to enforce a rental agreement?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 08, 2013

Serve a 3-day notice to perform covenant or quit. California law requires you to allow the tenant a chance to get the pets out before your move...

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Unlawful Detainer

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 08, 2013

Just go with the 30-day. You can file an unlawful detainer if they are not out in 30-days.

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In California what is the average cost/hour of attorney's time that handles landlord/tenant disputes?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 08, 2013

It depends. You can use the Find a Lawyer tool on this website to research how much attorneys in your area charge. Some attorneys will handle this...

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Eviction for non rent payments but non rent payment due to non repair in the house?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 08, 2013

You can begin the eviction process for non-payment of rent, but the tenant has to be in default right now. If they are current in rent right now,...

Matthew Alan Rives's Answers (71)

What are my rights as a previous tenant? I lived in an apt for two years moved out on 11/18. still have not received my deposit

Can you break your lease without penalty, if the home is infested with ants?

How do I lawfully remove personal property from a prior tenant that's been told for years & refuses. There's a new tenant.

I need help and fast

Renters heater problems and the company wont do anything

I rented a house for my parents for 2 years in Seattle Wa and the property manager has not been fixing the problems

What legal form should I use to enforce a rental agreement?

Unlawful Detainer

In California what is the average cost/hour of attorney's time that handles landlord/tenant disputes?

Eviction for non rent payments but non rent payment due to non repair in the house?