by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Nov 30, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
As a general rule, a California landlord has the right to enter a rental property. However, there may be criteria that must be met before the landlord actually enters a given home or apartment. For instance, the reason for entry must be related to maintaining the unit...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Nov 24, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
Landlords in California can make life easier for themselves by understanding the types of liability that they may face. Obtaining property or general liability insurance can provide financial protection if there are issues with the property being rented. Landlords may...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Nov 6, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
Some landlords in California will have tenants who fail to pay their rent or vacate their properties when their leases are up. When these situations happen, landlords may file unlawful detainer petitions in order to secure the tenants’ evictions. In order to...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Nov 2, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
In certain circumstances, a California resident may be forcibly removed from a premises that he or she is renting. This may occur if that person has failed to pay rent on time, is engaging in criminal activity or is otherwise breaking the lease. Having people or pets...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Oct 31, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
California residents sometimes consider investing in residential real estate. While becoming a landlord is an established way of generating income, it is not without its risks. Landlord-tenant disputes can be expensive and time-consuming, but they can often be avoided...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Oct 10, 2017 | Landlord-tenant Issues
California residential landlords likely look forward to collecting their monthly rent from their tenants. However, it can be a stressful time for those who don’t have a streamlined or automated way of collecting it. While landlords may decide for themselves...