Breaking a Lease in California - Know the Laws
Have you ever been stuck in a lease agreement you desperately want to break? Whatever the reason, early lease termination can be a daunting task, especially if you're unfamiliar with your state's laws and regulations. In California, tenants and property management agents have legal rights when it comes to breaking a lease, but navigating the early lease termination process can be tricky. This guide will provide an overview of the steps you need to move from your rental in California before the fixed term lease expires. Rental Agreements in Cal…
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A Guide to the Eviction Process in California
Evicting tenants is never an ideal situation. Every landlord would rather be able to come to a solution by communicating with their tenant and resolving the situation without taking eviction action. But sometimes, it's necessary to evict tenants, so it’s important for a landlord to understand California eviction laws. A lease or rental agreement is a contract from a landlord that clearly states a tenant’s obligations, like paying rent on time and adhering to the terms of the agreement, for the duration of their tenancy. If at any point the ten…
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California Security Deposit Laws
California landlords have a right to charge their tenants a security deposit in their rental agreement. Security deposits serves as financial cushions against certain liabilities that a landlord may incur when renting out a home or rental unit. Be that as it may, there are security deposit laws in California that every landlord must abide by. If you’re renting your home for the first time, or simply want to familiarize yourself with California security deposit laws, here are the specific rules you need to stay informed of. Is there a limit t…
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California Rental Laws - An Overview of Landlord Tenant Rights in California
To be a successful landlord, you need to familiarize yourself with California landlord-tenant law law (CA Civil Code 1940-1954.05). The code specifies what rights and obligations each landlord and tenant has, as well as important rules California landlords must abide by. The code becomes effective once a lease has been established. In the state of California, a lease exists when there is either an oral agreement or a written document. The following is everything landlords should know about California landlord-tenant laws. Required Landlord Di…
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