Am I obligated to do anything about it?

You should schedule a pest inspection with a registered pest company to confirm that there is in fact an infestation. If confirmed, make sure you...

Can I charge my tenant the full amount of his deposit based on his lowering the value of my property or should I sue him?

I agree with Mr. Moss and Mr. Lauria. One point to further emphasize is to be sure you return the security deposit itemization within the 21-day...

Will I be liable for her internet connection?

You are most likely not liable for her internet connection. As Mr. Moss stated, WiFi is not a utility. However, the tenant may argue that ...

How can I collect rent from my tenant?

Do you expect the resident to voluntarily move out at the end of his term? If not, then you might as well get the eviction process started now by...

How can I evict her?

As Mr. Moss stated, you may serve a 30-day Notice to Terminate Tenancy. Samples are found online, but make sure the notice includes a paragraph...

The landlord must first file and serve the unlawful detainer complaint and have a sheriff perform a lockout before changing locks. You might want...

Generally, you may increase rent by 3% if the property is subject to rent control. You are allowed to charge an additional 1% per utility if you...

Can i change the term of the lease and have a new lease w/o access to the garage as a new owner.

If the property is subject to rent control, you cannot make changes to the agreement without providing a rent reduction. The following link is a...

Have them sign a new 1 year lease?

If the property is not subject to rent control, you can request that the month-to-month tenant sign a one-year lease. If the tenant refuses, you...

Serve Unlawful Detainer even though tenant seems to be moving very soon - what are the advantages?

If you don't serve the complaint, there is no guarantee she or her boyfriend will voluntarily move out or feel the pressure to move out. On the...