Landlord-Tenant 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
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
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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
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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
Feb 26, 2025
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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 tenan
Feb 26, 2025
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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 necessar
Feb 26, 2025
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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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