SherRon Marcek 
This is a summary of California Landlord-Tenant laws that apply to residential (non-commercial) rentals. These references were compiled from the California Civil Code, the California Health and Safety Code, and various online sources to serve as a reference and for people wanting to learn about California landlord-tenant laws, California eviction laws, and California renters’ rights. …
Job loss, medical emergencies, and other hardships rarely offer a heads up before their unwelcome arrival. Not knowing when you will find a new job, have improved health, or overcome other obstacles is stressful. During difficult times, hiding under a blanket and ignoring financial issues might sound incredible, but a plan of action is needed …
Along with crisp leaves, pumpkins, and colder temperatures, autumn brings the excitement of election season-especially during a presidential election year. Tenants, as well as landlords, often want to express their causes and support of candidates in the form of political signs on rental properties, including yard signs, window displays, and perhaps even large flags. In …
Last week President Trump signed an executive order putting a halt on evictions through the end of the year following guidance from the CDC that mass evictions could lead to excessive homelessness and the crowding of shelters. This is the largest eviction moratorium ever to be executed, covering approximately 40 million renters across the nation. …
This is a guest post provided by our partner ApplyConnect, -experts in tenant screenings and background checks. Humans love finding ways to judge other people, in good ways and in bad. Is someone a ‘Type A’ person when it comes to organization? Did they go to an Ivy League school? Are they organized, or go with …
When you list your rental property online, you may not be aware that there are certain things you cannot say in the listing. The Fair Housing Act of 1968 sets out a clear set of guidelines designed to ensure fair access to housing for anyone. There are seven classes protected by the Fair Housing Act. …
We’ve all been there- rent out a unit to a model tenant, one that always pays rent in time, isn’t one to host loud parties, and is proactive about house maintenance. A year or so down the line, something happens that disrupts the rhythm you and your tenant have created. They lose their job, perhaps, …
Being part of an association, union, or a professional organization with like-minded individuals is incredibly important. Such associations provide a unique opportunity for its members to grow, learn, and network, and is a crucial tool for success in any industry or career. Like realtors and other real estate professionals, landlords, too, have associations and unions, …
Emotional support animals are special animals that are kept to provide their handler with comfort and relief from the symptoms and effects of their emotional disabilities. These animals are not considered pets and are generally not limited to any species. They are, therefore, not bound to any restrictions typically leveled towards pets and their owners. …
All businesses come with some risk attached. Without risk, there is no reward. The same can go for landlords and property managers. While your business cannot be entirely without risk, there are a few things that you can do to minimize the risks you are taking. Here at PayRent, we often taught our service as …
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