The California Fair Housing Act (CFHA) is a law that was enacted to protect people from discrimination when they are looking for housing. This includes mobile home parks. If you are the owner of a mobile home park, it is essential to understand how the CFHA affects...
When a small business owner files for bankruptcy, it has a ripple effect. Among those to feel the impact are their landlords. What do you need to know if you have a commercial tenant who’s filing for either Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 bankruptcy? First, there are some...
As a landlord, you are probably aware that disputes are bound to arise between you and the tenants at some point in time. Unfortunately, such misunderstandings are almost unavoidable, and it is essential that you know how to deal with them. There is no clear-cut way...
If you’re looking to renovate a structure, invest in a new business, expand to a new location or buy property as an investment, you need to know that you can use the property in an intended manner. That type of use is inherently tied to the value of the property. If...
Providers of housing, such as real estate companies and landlords, are prohibited against any form of discriminatory practices that make homes unavailable to certain people. Such discrimination may be based on sex, religion, race, skin color and family status, among...
If your tenant is withholding rent, they may have a right to do so. As the landlord, you are obligated by law to fix serious problems within a rental unit. Failure to do so, and your tenant has the legal right to withhold part of or all the monthly rent. Here is more...
Buying a mobilehome community can provide you with a constant stream of income. It could also be an excellent investment, as you may eventually be able to sell it to the community or for a profit to someone else. Buying multiple properties rented out to others as...
One of the biggest risks landlords take when renting out a property is the potential for their tenants to cause serious damage to the unit. Landlords often don't know about the condition of their property or the behavior of a tenant until they regain possession of the...
When you crafted your lease agreement, you probably included a clause that addresses your tenants’ right to sublease. Some landlords outright forbid subleases, while others allow it – often on the condition that the tenant seek the written permission of the landlord...
As part of the homeowners association (HOA) board, you’ve put a lot of effort into creating a community atmosphere that’s welcoming and inviting. Your community even has a lot of amenities that aren’t available everywhere -- like a pool or gym that residents can use....
