Tips for Collecting Outstanding Rent

2 years ago

In our 10/16/22 post we discussed ways to avoid renting to financially irresponsible tenants.  Unfortunately, the reality is that non-paying…

How to Minimize the Risk of Renting to Financially Irresponsible Tenants

2 years ago

Paying rent on time is the tenant’s most fundamental obligation under any lease or rental agreement. When tenants pay late…

Default Proceedings in a California Eviction Case

2 years ago

This article discusses how to favorably resolve an eviction case in situations where the tenant fails to respond to the…

What is an Order to Post and When is it Necessary in a California Eviction Proceeding?

2 years ago

As a matter of fairness, litigants in any lawsuit are entitled to notice of the proceeding and an opportunity to…

Dealing with Criminal Activity at your Rental Unit

2 years ago

This article offers tips on how to identify, address and hopefully avoid illegal activities taking place on your property.  We…

Anatomy of a California Eviction Proceeding

2 years ago

This article explores the fundamental steps to pursuing any Unlawful Detainer case in California. This is not meant to be…

Overview of San Francisco’s Eviction Control Ordinance

3 years ago

San Francisco has its own Rent and Eviction Control Ordinance, found in Chapter 37 of the San Francisco Administrative Code. …

How to Identify and Remove “Professional” Tenants from Your Rental Property

3 years ago

Some tenants enter a lease transaction without any intention of complying with the agreement’s terms and conditions. Their main objective…

Landlord Obligations Arising from the Sale of Rental Property

3 years ago

When a unit is sold while occupied by a California renter, the renter retains certain tenant rights that must be…

Basic Obligations Owed by Landlords to California Tenants

3 years ago

California landlord-tenant laws specify the rules a landlord must follow when dealing with his or her tenant.  Here is an…