Where to File an Eviction 101
Jun 27, 2012
The proper court where an eviction case needs to be filed is called the proper venue. The proper venue is the county where the property is located and in the court that tries that type of action is nea...
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How to Evict a Tenant That Won't Leave When Your Home is For Sale
Jun 27, 2012
Your rental property is for sale. You have a long term tenant that is current with the rent and doesnt want to leave. But, you need the tenant to vacate the property prior to the close of escrow. Can y...
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How Much Can A Landlord Increase The Rent?
Jun 26, 2012
If a tenant has a lease for more than 30 days, the rent cannot be increased during that lease unless the lease provides for an increase.
By comparison, if the tenant has a periodic rental agreement (e....
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How to Evict a Tenant When the House is For Sale
Jun 26, 2012
Your rental property is for sale. You have a long term tenant that is current with the rent and doesnt want to leave. But, you need the tenant to vacate the property prior to the close of escrow. Can y...
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What Happens When The Tenant Files Bankruptcy?
Jun 26, 2012
When a person files for bankruptcy protection, an automatic stay issues regarding all debt collection related issues, including rent payments for a lease. The timing of the bankruptcy determines how th...
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What Does A California Landlord Need to Do When Returning A Tenant's Security Deposit?
Jun 25, 2012
A landlord has 21 days to to either send you a full refund of the security deposit, or provide an itemized statement that lists the amounts of any deductions for the security deposit and the reasons fo...
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How to Evict a Tenant In California: The Typical Process of a California Eviction
Jun 11, 2012
Step One: Prepare Eviction Notice
The first step in most eviction cases is the Eviction Notice. This for cause notice typically occurs when a tenant fails to pay rent, is too noisy, is selling narcoti...
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How to Properly Serve a Residential Eviction Notice in California
May 28, 2012
Once youve prepared the eviction notice, you need to make sure you serve the notice properly. There are a few options: first, you can do it yourself or have a friend to do it. These are the least expen...
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The California Three-Day Notice to Pay Rent Or Quit: What You Need To Include To Win In Court
May 27, 2012
When the tenant fails to pay rent timely, the landlord should give the tenant a three-day notice to pay rent or quit. The notice must be in writing and accurately state:
The full name of the tenant o...
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Types of Residential Eviction Notices in California
May 27, 2012
One of the most critical, yet confusing, steps in any residential eviction proceeding is the eviction notice. If not done correctly, your case will be dismissed. This guide outlines the types of evic...
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