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Frequently Asked Questions

• How Much Notice Is Required To End A Month-To-Month Tenancy?
  California Civil Code Section 1944 requires that tenants on periodic tenancies (week-to-week or month-to-month) must give the landlord written notice equal to the number of days between rent … more
• Can A Landlord Charge An Application Fee Separate From The Rent?
  Yes. California Civil Code Section 1950.6(b) allows a landlord who conducts a background check to charge a fee to recover those costs. The maximum a landlord can charge is $37.57 and it must be for … more
• Can I Supply My Landlord With My Credit Report And Have That Deducted From The Cost Of The Background Check?
  California Civil Code Section 1950.6(a) allows a landlord to accept a credit report from a potential tenant but they are not required to accept it. If the landlord accepts your credit report you … more

Legal Articles

• How to Deal With Being Evicted
  For many tenants, the first response to a threatened eviction is one of concern, fear and even anger. There is no doubt that an eviction is a stressful event. However, tenants should know that they have certain rights and that state laws require certain procedures to be followed that may give them additional time to find a new place to live or even prevent an eviction. Know Your Tenant … more

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