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From screening fees to utility charges and late fees, rental housing providers regularly make decisions about which fees to charge and in what amounts. However, there is no single statute that comprehensively governs residential rental housing fees. Instead, providers must navigate overlapping state laws, local rent control ordinances, and evolving federal enforcement trends — which…
An unlawful detainer action is more than filing paperwork and getting a rubber stamp from the court system. Once a termination notice expires and a resident does not move out, the matter becomes a civil lawsuit governed by strict procedural rules, evidentiary requirements, and court deadlines. While unlawful detainers are intended to move more quickly…
California’s fair housing laws are among the most comprehensive in the country, and they apply to nearly all residential rental properties in the state. Because California law goes beyond federal requirements — and continues to evolve — understanding state-specific rules is critical to avoiding legal risk. These laws are not always straightforward, and even well-intentioned…