Landlord And Tenant

For renters looking to keep a roof over their heads and landlords trying to prevent foreclosure, the last day of January 2021 looms large. Legislation that served as a stopgap measure is running out of time. The clock is ticking with fears of homelessness in addition...

As medical professionals strive to stay ahead of a worldwide pandemic, many households are falling behind financially, particularly when it comes to past-due rent and the late fees that only make a bad situation worse. Previous coronavirus relief placed a “protective...

As 2020 draws to a close, landlords and tenants in California look to state lawmakers for economic relief. The 2020 pandemic has only intensified since March, increasing the need for a legislative solution to the conflict between landlords and tenants. Currently,...

When it is time to look for a new place to live, many factors go into the decision. For a person with disabilities, those factors need to include accessibility. While many apartment buildings may boast varying levels of accessible apartments, it is also essential to...

The COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act of 2020 and the COVID-19 Small Landowner and Homeowner Relief Act of 2020, signed by California Gavin Newsom nearly two months ago, resulted in significant changes to landlord-tenant laws. Help for Tenants and Landlords The objective of...

When renting an apartment or home, you will usually have some type of agreement with the property owner. A common misunderstanding is that a periodic rental agreement and a lease are the same things, but these are two distinct documents. It is necessary to understand...

As coronavirus cases continue to surge across California and the U.S., Gov. Gavin Newsom gave local governments the authority to ban renter evictions through the end of September. The executive order allows California cities and counties to prevent landlords from...

When two parties enter into a residential lease agreement, the terms of the lease outline the requirements and expectations for both parties. These include upkeep of the property, financial obligations and more. A landlord may have the ability to request or require...

Your renters are bound to have a complaint about their rental unit from time to time; repairs are just another part of owning property. Landlords have the responsibility to maintain a habitable residence. However, renters cannot withhold rent on a whim. Any repair...

With housing costs in California so extremely high, renting a home or apartment is the best option for many people. When renting,  however, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. That way you protect your interests and build a...