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Laws and Regulations in California

Explore a detailed collection of laws and regulations specific to California helping you stay informed and compliant.

California Abandoned Property: What To Do If Your Tenant Leaves Things Behind

California Abandoned Property: What To Do If Your Tenant Leaves Things Behind

As a landlord in California, dealing with abandoned property left by tenants is an unfortunate yet common reality. Sometimes, a tenant who abruptly leaves or leaves behind unwanted items can create significant challenges, but knowing how to respond effec

Feb 26, 2025
Security Deposit Law in California: Essential Guide to Legal Duties

Security Deposit Law in California: Essential Guide to Legal Duties

With any rental there are generally two categories of deposits that you can charge at the beginning of a lease agreement: a pet deposit and a security deposit. You can ask for a security deposit in California, but California is different from most states

Feb 26, 2025
Rent Law in California: How to Deal with Bounced Payments, Receipts, and Rent Increases

Rent Law in California: How to Deal with Bounced Payments, Receipts, and Rent Increases

Ensuring timely rent payments is crucial for both landlords and tenants in California. The state's rent laws outline specific protocols for payment methods, handling bounced payments, issuing receipts, and implementing rent increases.  This article prov

Feb 26, 2025
Eviction Laws in California: Notice to Quit and Holdover

Eviction Laws in California: Notice to Quit and Holdover

Eviction laws in California present a careful balance of tenant protections and landlord rights. In case you are concerned about “How to evict a renter in California (as a landlord)?” or “How to stop an eviction in California (as a tenant)?” but d

Feb 26, 2025
How to Break a Rental Lease in California Without Penalty (2024)

How to Break a Rental Lease in California Without Penalty (2024)

Termination Notices For California Landlords and Tenants  Every lease agreement will specify a time period required for a tenant to give notice to the landlord of his/her intention to renew the lease.  Before we get into the time frames necessary to pro

Feb 26, 2025
California: Differences Between Major Cities

California: Differences Between Major Cities

California is a state with a lot of landlord-tenant legislation, and California’s major cities have municipal ordinances that regulate rental properties. Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco each have municipal ordinances that every landlord shou

Feb 26, 2025
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