First Time Landlord In Caifornia Needs Advice

[EricaG]

I am going to be leasing my home. I have no experience with leasing. My biggest fear is of course, getting a non-pay tenant.

*How long can eviction process take in California?

*What must I do to protect myself in the event of non-payment so as to get the dead beat tenant out ASAP?

*How long can that take?

*What are the biggest pitfalls to avoid?
Any other advice that either an attorney or someone with experience could offer would be GREATLY appreciated!

 

[seniorjudge]

Q: *What must I do to protect myself in the event of non-payment so as to get the dead beat tenant out ASAP?

A: Say to the deadbeat: "Here's $500 for you to move. Give me your keys."

 

[clay]

Foremost, have your agreement written. You can follow standard lease contract according to your state requirements. In your covenant, have specific provisions for cases of non-payment, providing thereunder permissible stipulations as to default of payment or so. There are good numbers of considerations really, that is hard to point out. Good luck in your venture.

 

[jacksgal]

Take some time and read the link (below) it contains the knowledge you will need to be a Landlord in CA


http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/index.shtml