Understanding San Francisco's Landlord Laws
Bad tenants are like toothaches — they don't get better if you ignore them. As a lawyer who is experienced in various matters involving landlord laws, I can advise you on techniques for finding good tenants and reviewing completed apartment applications.
Are you a landlord who would like help understanding San Francisco's landlord laws and how you can get good tenants signed to solid leases? Call the Law Office of Jerome J. Ghigliotti, Esq. at (415) 773-1272 to schedule a half-hour office consultation at no cost or obligation. Or, e-mail me and I will be in touch with you soon.
How Can San Francisco's Landlord Laws Work for You?
Good tenants must be selected from the beginning. The landlord laws and eviction rules in San Francisco can work against landlords in many ways. My law firm provides dedicated and experienced representation to landlords who are interested in getting landlord laws to work for them. I only represent landlords in residential cases.
Perhaps the most important steps are finding trustworthy tenants and ensuring your leases are enforceable and can protect your rights as a landlord.
Indicators of a Person's Likelihood of Being a Good Tenant
As your attorney, I can help you understand what information on a prospective tenant's rental application are good indicators that he or she will be a good tenant. I also recommend:
- Reference checks: Reference checks include previous employers and previous landlords. These references should be checked carefully. This includes ensuring years at a job or years at a rental property are correct.
- Credit checks: A potential tenant's credit history and score is a clear indicator of his or her ability to pay bills on time. When you rely upon a person's timely payment of rent, it is important to obtain a credit report from a credit agency - not from the rental applicant.
- Criminal background checks: If a potential tenant refuses to sign authorization to check a criminal history, it is an indication that person is uncomfortable with you uncovering a criminal record.
The Law Office of Jerome J. Ghigliotti, Esq. can help protect your rights as a landlord during the application process. My law firm also handles evictions proceedings and any issues involving the San Francisco Rent Board.
Whatever your landlord law need, I can help. Contact me to schedule a half-hour office consultation at no cost or obligation.
