Rental Agreement Dispute Resolution

Summary

In California, oral rental agreements are generally recognized. If rent was paid in advance, the landlord may need to honor the agreement or provide a refund. Unauthorized entry into the property could violate privacy laws. Consult a local attorney for specific legal advice.

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That's perfectly fine, ****. Take all the time you need. Can you please provide me with some details about your legal issue?
My fiance started to move into a new house in January...He was already staying up at the new house...while I stayed in the old house to pack...and get things all cleaned up etc... my fiance (Mark) went out to plow the driveway on Saturday, January *... Id spoken to him at *:*...he said hed back here for dinner... i called him at * to see if he was finished plowing & give him a list for the grocery store. He didnt answer...at 430pm his brother called meand explained that the Sheriffs Dept. was up at the house, he was headed up there too...Mark died.????
I'm so sorry for your loss, ****. It's a tough time for you. Can you please tell me more about your legal concern? Are you having issues with the property ownership or something else? Also, could you please share your location?
The homeowner (Ed) was called by whom, i have no idea...Ed had his moving guy go up to the house turn off the water...and clean any food from the fridge. Well the "mover" did more than that...he had Marks wallet...and his cell phone which he turned over to Marks brothwr and mother...when he saw them on their way up to the house... (now thats * people UNAUTHORIZED to be wandering around in OUR house)
I'm sorry to hear about this, ****. It sounds like a difficult situation. Could you please tell me in which country or state this occurred, so I can provide you with the most accurate information?
When Mark discussed the house with Ed...it was agreed that we would rent the house through the winter and decide on buying it come May orJune. Mark also agreed to purchase the Master bed (since it was quite the task to carry it down the stairs...the same with a futon in the living room and the dining room set.
This situation sounds complex. Could you please confirm which state you're in so that I can provide the most accurate legal information?
I havent moved into the house becausse when i text Ed of my plans to move in March 1st. He told me he had people up at the hose staying for the weekend...and he had decided to NOT rent it afterall...
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Can you please tell me which state this is happening in so I can provide you with relevant legal information?
Marke had paid him $* for 4 months rent plus the furniture
I'm sorry for your difficult situation, ****. To provide legal information, could you please tell me in which state this occurred?
I am in California
I'm sorry for your loss, ****. In regard to your situation:
- In California, oral rental agreements are generally considered legal.
- If rent was paid in advance, the landlord may be obliged to respect the agreement or refund.
- Unauthorised entry may violate privacy laws.
You should consult with a local attorney.
California
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In California:
- Oral rental agreements are usually recognized
- If rent was paid ahead, landlord might have to honor it or give a refund
- Unauthorized entry might breach privacy laws
Please consult with a local attorney.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you need further legal advice, I recommend reaching out to a local attorney who can guide you. Take care.