I live in a low-income (HUD) senior apartment complex. It is run by a leasing company, USA Properties.

Go to HUD right away. They have processes to resolve these disputes so folks like you do not lose housing. If the process does not go your way or...

I am sorry to hear you were evicted. That is an awful experience on it's own but must be worse when you feel that a government agency has let you...

Am I responsible to pay for repairs/cleaning if my Tenancy was terminated during an initial walk through?

Ultimate responsibility will be up to a Judge to determine after all the facts are considered but there are smart steps to take in the meantime....

Disabled, senior tenant

Please consult local tenant's rights counsel right away. You are likely living in an illegal unit and possibly have the right to claim damages from...

Can I sue a person for fraud for perjuring himself in court in a real estate matter in San Francisco?

You have an extremely challenging scenario. 1. You need counsel, period. If you cannot afford to hire someone then look for a lawyer to take the...

Is a lease year enforceable if my copy of lease does not have an address stated and does not have landlord signature?

Frank is right, as usual, but what is your motivation here? Are you being evicted, are you challenging the utility charges? You appear to live in...

Friend's behavior very odd after serving a 60 Notice to Vacate. Can I retract it and give a 3 day Notice to Quit instead?

I agree with the above answer but I am also concerned about your liability for renting an illegal dwelling? In Santa Monica there are ordinances,...

I have a question regarding the space rental agreement. Details follows below.

We are happy to help but what it the real issue here? Are you seeking to get out of the agreement? Are you being evicted? It would be helpful to...

Is it legal to grow weed in my outdoor deck garden?

Excellent and thoughtful answer from Mr. Ching. I would add two more considerations against continuing to grow: 1. There could be criminal...

My landlord made a mistake writing out our relocation check so do we get a new 60 day extension?

Unlikely. This appears to be a minor breach which would not qualify for a canceling of whatever agreement you have reached. That is just a general...