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Is Tenant Responsible for Water Damage in California?

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California renter’s rights protect tenants from expensive repair costs, including water damage. If you rent an apartment, house, or other property in California, you may be interested in learning more about California Renter’s Rights. In this article, we’re taking a closer look so you can answer the question – is tenant responsible for water damage […]

California Tenant Rights: Your Security Deposit

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Last updated May 26, 2017. When you rent an apartment in Southern California, the landlord will typically ask you for a “security deposit.” It’s a chunk of change they keep on hand for the duration of your lease and they’ll use it to pay for repairs if you damage anything. Otherwise, they return it to […]

Breaking A Lease: When Can I Do It?

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A lease is a contract between you and your landlord. You agree to pay a certain amount of rent and comply with certain terms. In return, the landlord agrees to let you live in the apartment or house. Most leases are for a specific term – usually a year or two. That means you’ve signed […]