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Lawyers love obscure rules about giving three-day notices—the kind that California landlords hate. The decision in City of Alameda v. Sheehan, published September 13, 2024, teaches that there is a wrong way to issue a notice to pay rent or quit to a delinquent tenant. In Sheehan, tenant Shelby Sheehan had stopped paying rent for 17 months. The landlord, City of Alameda, had enough. The City directed its property manager, RiverRock Real Estate Group, Inc. to get the tenant current or to evict. The manager served a three-day notice to pay rent or quit that advised the tenant to deliver cash or check payable to “City of Alameda c/o River Rock Real Estate Group at 950 West Mall Square,... Read more
For many renters in Los Angeles, apartment renovations are no cause for celebration. Instead of getting a brand new kitchen or bathroom, tenants know they’ll often...
Nationwide & Long Beach, CA – October 16, 2024 – The American Apartment Owners Association (AAOA) is proud to host its first-ever hybrid Rental Housing...
Key Takeaways Philadelphia’s eviction diversion program requires landlords to negotiate with tenants out of court, contributing to 41% fewer eviction filings compared...
A landlord can take legal action if tenants are being noisy. Living in close proximity with noisy neighbors can be a major annoyance for both homeowners and tenants. As...
Ever wondered about the difference between squatters and tenants? The complex world of property rights can make you question the legal status of these two occupants. These are two individuals who reside on a property, but their legal standings differ hugely. Therefore, the article will shed some light on what rights each group has, how they’re protected by the law, and what happens when everything goes wrong. If you’re dealing with property issues, it’s good you know about these details, especially if you’re planning upgrades like installing mini-split systems to improve your property appeal. Defining Squatters’ Rights vs Tenants’ Rights Whether... Read more
Yes, a landlord can legally evict a tenant for damaging rental property either intentionally or due to negligence and failing to repair the damages. Typical grounds for...
Tenants in California will have twice as much time to respond to eviction notices and potentially avoid losing their homes under a bill signed into law by Gov. Gavin...
Apartment rent fraud is rapidly emerging as a major concern for property owners and managers in the real estate industry. This deceitful practice involves applicants...
A New York woman is set to be paid $165,000 in damages plus $585,000 for her apartment after the building attempted to evict her because of her three emotional support...
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