Do I have any renter rights when I have been duped by the "landlord" and the property is about to be sold to foreclosure?

Please consult local tenant's rights counsel right away.Many tenant's rights firms, including mine, will take the matter on contingency at no cost...

Could our landlord evict us for repairs the city code enforcement is requiring?

Mr. Lauria is right. Prioritize getting caught up on the rent. If you really cannot get caught up then consider moving to a more affordable place...

Los Angeles-Tenant changed the locks on a storage-room that has a timer to change building lights for outside

Even as a tenant's rights lawyer I agree fully with Mr. Roach. If the tenant's violated the terms of the lease and are vandalizing property, you...

Richard is correct about the real estate and zoning, but we need more information to answer whether the dwelling is "legal." Although the area is...

Is there any legal action that can be taken in an unfair subletting situation?

First, Mr. Roach is trying to help so pleas clarify. Who is the main person leasing and who much is each person paying. Do not name names, just...

Rent payment withdrawal for refusal to replace broken appliances

You should consult local tenant's rights counsel because your situation is complex. There are many good tenant's rights non profits in the Bay...

Is it legal for a landlord to insist I pay a monthly fee to have his air conditioner installed if I pay for my own electricity?

A reasonable fee is likely tied to the increase in utilities that would result from an air conditioner running so if you pay you own electricity...

Email agreements legally binding?

I would feel comfortable moving, although there is no certain answer,e specially without knowing al the facts. It would be difficult to prove...

Is this considered fraud?

You need tenant's rights counsel. Please seek out a local attorney that will work on contingency or a non profit that works on these issues. There...

Was told to break my lease due to electrical fire in my apartment that we did not cause

Counsel is right, seek local tenant's rights representation. Go over all the facts with your counsel and they will advise you on how to proceed....