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New Laws Effective August 2019
Q: I own a property in the City of San Diego and I do not want to rent to Section 8 tenants or tenants with rental assistance. Is it legal for me to refuse to rent to tenants that receive rental assistance? A: It depends on the location of the rental unit. Effective...
2019 Property Managers
Q: I hired a property management company to take over managing my properties. What do I need to do to let my tenants know that I will not be managing my properties anymore? A: You are required to serve your tenants with a notice of change of ownership/management every...
2019 Small Claims
Q: What can I do if my tenant still owes me money after I applied the security deposit to the outstanding balance for unpaid rent and necessary costs to clean and repair the rental unit? A. First, you will need to fill out a security deposit itemization for back...
2019 Abandoned Property
Q: I served my residential tenant with a three day notice to pay rent or quit and he called me during the 3 Day Notice period to tell me he moved and I could take back possession of the property. He left the keys on the counter and he left some of his stuff...
2019 Roommates
Q: My tenant is requesting to add a roommate to her lease. Do I have to allow my tenant to have a roommate? A: It depends on the terms of your lease. As a landlord, you may include a clause in your lease or rental agreement that authorizes or prohibits your...