Tenant Troubles
I Stopped Paying My Rent Because Of Maintenance Issues, Now I’m Getting Evicted
The landlord took three months to fix broken flashing on the roof over my daughter’s bedroom. Every time it rained, it rained in my daughter’s room. Should I fight the eviction or pay the rent?
My Building’s For Sale, Should I Worry?
What are my tenant rights in San Francisco when the building goes up for sale?
Landlord Crybabies Forced To Ellis Because Landlording Became So Unpleasant
If being a landlord is so unpleasant, why don’t you just sell your building without evicting the tenants?
Is My Landlord Trying To Evict Me For Smoking?
I received a letter from the management company stating that they had received an “official complaint” that smoke originating in my unit has continually permeated into surrounding units.
Why Can’t We All Just Get Along?
It is rarely justifiable for a tenant to campaign for the eviction of another tenant.
Smoky The Guest
The neighbor’s boyfriend smokes and drinks all day. My apartment stinks even though I keep the windows closed. What can I do?
How Do I Get My Landlord To Pay For Property Damage They Caused?
The pipe to the radiator wasn’t sealed correctly so steam filled the apartment for more than 8 hours, saturating the walls and ceiling, causing the kitchen linoleum to peel.
Does My Landlord Owe Me Interest For My Security Deposit?
Someone recently told me that in San Francisco, a landlord is supposed to give tenants a yearly check for the interest accrued on their security deposit.
Tenant in San Francisco: What’s Wrong with Working in a Bookstore?
If you are a tenant, there is nothing wrong with working in a bookstore, as long as you are working in three of them.
They Don't Call 'Em Landlords For Nothing
How many times have you heard your landlord say, “This is my property and I can do anything I want?” Before you tell him to stick his "anything" where the sun don’t shine, understand that your landlord is simply a romantic. He should be wearing a cod piece and tights.
Find out how to tell your landlord to stick it.