Pay the rent. That’s the best single piece of advice I can give to tenants. You’d be surprised at how many landlord issues disappear when you pay the rent.… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Dave Crow
Tenant Troubles: Can I Refuse To Sign A Lease?
You can be evicted if you refuse to sign a new lease, but only if the lease contains “terms which are materially the same as in the previous agreement.”… Continue Reading
Tenant Troubles: My Landlord Died, Am I About To Lose My Apartment?
Like the unicorn, rent controlled apartments are mythical and fast becoming extinct, especially when they become objects of desire for Twitter-motherfuckers and bubble-headed investors. … Continue Reading
Tenant Troubles: How Much Do I Have To Help The Realtor Who Wants To Evict Me?
Realtors–irrefutable proof that the United States is not a meritocracy. Between the lies, the drivel and the nonsensical notion that real estate agents are professionals, these guys make lawyers look good.… Continue Reading
Tenant Troubles: When Can My Landlord Ask For My Annual Rent Increase?
Your one-year lease guarantees your rent for one year, not 11 months. This is even true in Bakersfield and Yuba City!… Continue Reading