San Francisco Landlord Rights Attorney
Experienced Lawyers Protecting Your Rights As a Landlord
As a landlord, the value of your property is directly tied to the rent you collect. However, maximizing your rental income and control as a landlord requires skilled legal advice. Rent control, protected tenants, eviction controls and other laws present a potential minefield for unwary landlords.
At The Epstein Group, our lawyers understand the rights you have as a landlord. With more than 15 years of experience in landlord representation, we also know how to enforce those rights. To arrange a no-cost, no-obligation consultation contact our main office located in the heart of San Francisco's Upper Market/Castro District.
Safeguarding Landlord's Rights Under California Laws
Many laws affect your rights as a landlord, including the San Francisco Residential Rent Stabilization and Arbitration Ordinance, the California Ellis Act, and the California Costa-Hawkins Act. These laws are complex. Making even a small error could end up being a costly mistake.
Before you take any adverse action against a tenant, it is good to get a lawyer's advice on questions, such as:
- Can I raise the rent under the rent control ordinance and if so by how much?
- Can I change the terms of tenancy in the lease?
- How do I deal with tenants in default of the lease or behind on rent payments?
- What rights do I have when it comes to rent collection?
- When can I begin an unlawful detainer action?
- Can I reduce services such as parking provided to tenants?
- Does rent control pass from one tenant to the next?
- Can I move into a unit to eliminate rent control?
- How do I deal with landlord-tenant disputes?
Can I evict a tenant? Among the reasons that may be used as good cause for evicting a tenant in San Francisco are owner move-ins, relative move-ins, nonpayment of rent, nuisance, destruction of property and habitual late payment of rent. However, it's always good to get a lawyer's advice before you evict a tenant. A wrongful eviction lawsuit can result in damages ranging from tens of thousands of dollars to in excess of $1 million.
Free Attorney Consultation
To talk to a lawyer at The Epstein Group about landlord rights in San Francisco, call 415-230-0781 or toll-free 888-336-4955 or complete the contact form on this website. There is no charge for your initial consultation.
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