Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws, followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Q1: I commenced an eviction for non-payment of rent. The case was lost, as I failed to pay the tenant interest on a security deposit that was being held. I have now…
California rent control laws and other rental regulations often raise questions for property owners. Below, eviction attorney Dennis Block answers common legal inquiries from landlords regarding security deposits, emotional support animals, tenant rights, and more. Question One: What is the new California law regarding security deposits that requires landlords to take pictures? Answer One:…
Below are frequently asked questions from rental property owners about California Rental Law Q&A, followed by detailed answers provided by Below are frequently asked questions from rental property owners about California Rental Law Q&A, followed by detailed answers provided by Attorney Richard Beckman, Question 1: Regarding AB 2747 (Credit Reporting commencing April 1,…
California landlords face ever-changing rent control laws—here, eviction attorney Dennis Block answers real questions from rental property owners navigating these complex regulations. Question One: I leased a single-family residence in Fullerton. I am aware that I am not subject to any rent control. On January 15, 2025, I sent a rent increase notice to…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws followed by answers provided by Attorney Richard Beckman. Question 1: I heard there was a new law affecting commercial leases. Do you have any information about that? Answer 1:SB 1103, which took effect January 1, affects some commercial leases, but is…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California property management, followed by answers provided by the law firm of Simone and Blevins. Q: A real estate agent reached out to me and I think I want to sell the condominium that I rent out, but I currently have a tenant living there.…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Question One: What form do I send out to terminate a Section 8 tenant? Is there a specific number of days required to terminate? My apartment building is located in Fullerton. Answer…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Question One: I lease a single family residence. My tenant is on a one-year lease. Lately my tenant has refused to allow the pool man access to service the pool. I tried to…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California and Orange County rent control laws, followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Question 1: I had served a 3-day notice to pay rent. My tenant’s check arrived five days later. Do I have the right to return the rent check and continue…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Question One: I have a long-term tenant that is demanding that I paint his unit and replace the wood flooring. I am scheduled to inspect the unit and I want to know what…