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Rental property owners should be aware of the strict rules governing landlord retaliation because they adversely affect a landlord’s ability to remove problem tenants from their units. Not knowing the rules in your state, or failing to strictly follow them could result in otherwise avoidable time and expenses, including the time and expense associated with…
The relationship between a landlord and tenant is governed by the parties’ lease and Arizona law. Arizona’s Revised Statutes outline specific obligations of both property owners and renters, and both are bound by that law regardless of whether the obligation is spelled out in the lease agreement. Landlords should be aware of their legal obligations…
Is there anything a tenant can do to challenge a judgment of eviction in the landlord’s favor? The answer is “yes”. Landlords need to be aware of a tenant’s rights in this respect, particularly because one of the tenant’s options will have the effect of prolonging a tenant’s stay at the property for an indefinite…
In Arizona, landlords cannot evict tenants or force them to vacate the property without a reason. This article summarizes the reasons allowed for evictions under Arizona law, and the types of notices required to start the eviction process. Failure To Timely Pay Rent A tenant’s failure to pay rent in a timely manner is a…
Noise is one of the more common complaints a landlord receives from a tenant. This article discusses issues typically arising from noise complaints and offers guidance on how to address them when they surface. The Right To Quiet Enjoyment Every renter has a right not to be disturbed by excessive noise. This right is one…
It’s important to be proactive after evicting a tenant so that you get your business back on track as quickly as possible. Here is a brief overview of some of the issues facing landlords after a successful eviction, and recommended strategies going forward. Change The Locks You should change the locks as soon as possible…
If you are in the property rental business, it is only a matter of time before you will have to evict someone from your dwelling. This article explains how to avoid some of the more common eviction mistakes committed by landlords when evicting a tenant from their property. Self Help Filing an Unlawful Detainer action…
A well-drafted lease or rental agreement can be critical to your success in the property rental business. What goes into the agreement determines whether you profit or fail as a landlord. Leaving out important items lets tenants take advantage of you, and not including California and Federal law requirements subjects you to fines and penalties….
Code of Civil Procedure §1161 was designed by the California Legislature to provide an inexpensive and expeditious procedure for a landlord to regain rental property unlawfully in the tenant’s possession. The salutary purpose of this law has been increasingly frustrated by delay tactics employed by tenants who want to contest the proceeding and stay in…
What Is A Retaliatory Eviction? Retaliatory eviction arises when the eviction is intended to punish the tenant because the tenant committed a legal act. It is illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant California tenant who has exercised a legal right, including: • complaining to the landlord about unsafe or illegal living conditions…