The sales prices of apartment buildings in the Bay Area are skyrocketing. You need to be aware of your tenant’s rights when landlords try to get more income from their investments. You could get an eviction notice. Rising Sales Prices First, a look at the apartment...
Are you facing an eviction because you violated your House Rules? Did you leave your bike in the common area or bring in a pet without the landlord’s approval? Being smart about your rights as a tenant includes being smart about your rights with House Rules. A new...
There’s lots of talk about tenants making money during the Super Bowl by renting to Airbnb renters. Is it a good thing? Problem in Oakland The destruction of an Airbnb rental in Oakland over New Year’s suggests that caution is in order. In case you missed the news, a...
One of the most horrific dog attack cases occurred in San Francisco in 2001. Diane Whipple was mauled to death in the hallway of her apartment building by two Presa Canario dogs. The owners of the dogs were charged with second degree murder and involuntary...
I’ve always been a strong advocate for tenant’s rights. Knowing what you’re getting before you move into your new home is one of the best ways to ensure that you are treated fairly if you have a dispute with your landlord. Look before you leap When you lease your...
The eviction process moves swiftly. Evictions, or unlawful detainers, are “summary proceedings.” This means that the process takes less time than a regular lawsuit. Once you are served with a complaint, you have less time to respond than normal. The court hears...
