A Landlord Must Do: Month-to-Month Tenancy A month-to-month tenancy is when a landlord rents to a tenant with no fixed end date. The landlord or tenant can terminate this arrangement by providing proper notice, which varies by state. Here’s what landlords and tenants need to know: A Table Of Contents For Termination Notices Types of…
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Continue reading ›Unable to pay rent after receiving a notice. Tenants cannot be evicted unlawfully in the state of California. However, a landlord has the right to evict a tenant after failing due to non-payment of rent on time. In California’s housing law, the rent is considered late the day after its due date. There is a…
Continue reading ›In California, to legally withhold rent the property condition must violate the general warranty of habitability, and the landlord must be beyond the reasonable repair time. In addition, tenants cannot right to withhold full rent just for the landlord’s failure to make minor repairs but still have other options to seek relief. California law provides…
Continue reading ›Tenant’s Rights in California to Withhold Rent or Repair and Deduct Tenants have a legally recognized right to live in safe and habitable conditions. When a landlord demands rent from a tenant, the landlord is expected to make necessary repairs in a very reasonable amount of time. When a landlord fails to maintain the rental…
Continue reading ›Just Cause Evictions in California and what it means for landlords and tenants In California, tenants have protections to ensure they are not unfairly evicted by a landlord. State law requires landlords to cite a just cause for eviction when serving a notice to a tenant. This is called Just Cause Eviction and it exists…
Continue reading ›Initial Consultation The initial consultation with a lawyer is a critical first step in establishing an attorney-client relationship. This initial meeting allows you to determine if the lawyer is the right fit for your legal needs. It also enables the lawyer to learn about your case, assess its strengths and weaknesses, and provide you with…
Continue reading ›Being evicted from your home can be an extremely stressful and traumatic experience. While there are legal reasons a landlord can evict a tenant, such as failure to pay rent or violation of the lease agreement, there are also many situations where a tenant is wrongfully evicted. This is when a landlord evicts a tenant…
Continue reading ›Tenant Abandonment When a tenant vacates a rental property and leaves behind personal belongings, this is considered abandoned property. As a landlord, you may find yourself needing to deal with abandoned possessions left behind by a former tenant. There are proper procedures to follow regarding notification, storage, costs, and disposal of abandoned property. Being aware…
Continue reading ›The tenant eviction process in California concerning rental property can often be challenging. An eviction lawsuit can be a nightmare and cost time and money. However, there are ways in which the eviction process can be fast, and you can evict tenants under California landlord-tenant laws. The eviction process can be known as an Unlawful Detainer; this…
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