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A California general power of attorney (GPOA) transfers the authority to act on financial matters from one person to another. This type of power of attorney is non-durable, which means that it only remains in effect while the principal is alive and not incapacitated (Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, etc.). It is not a durable power of…

A California durable power of attorney form allows an individual to act in the place of someone else for financial-related affairs during their lifetime. The principal grants these powers to a trusted friend or relative called an agent. The agent can only act as the principal specifies and the agent has a fiduciary responsibility to…

A California advance health care directive allows an individual to choose an agent to make medical decisions on their behalf and select end-of-life treatment options. An advance directive combines a medical power of attorney and a living will. It is recommended to be completed by elderly individuals and those seeking high-risk medical procedures. The main…

The California lease termination agreements are used by a landlord or tenant seeking to end a month-to-month tenancy relationship. The form must be served to the other party (recommended with Certified Mail). All month-to-month tenancies must be terminated with 30 days’ notice if the tenant was on the property for less than a year and…

A California sublease agreement is a document between a current tenant (sub-lessor) and subtenant (sub-lessee) for the use of residential space already under rent through a lease. Before entering any contract with the sub-lessee, the sub-lessor will need to either obtain permission or written consent from their landlord to sublet the property under the active…

A California roommate agreement defines an arrangement between people occupying the same residence. The specifics of this arrangement can vary significantly. For instance, one roommate can be listed on the lease with a landlord while the other(s) is not. Additionally, each county will have its own definitions of rights or status regarding the various roommate…

A standard California residential lease agreement is a fixed-term contract (start and end date) between a landlord and tenant for the renting of property. The process usually begins with the tenant viewing the property and completing a rental application (which may require a fee). Afterward, the landlord will decide to approve or reject the tenant….

A California month-to-month lease agreement is a short-term rental contract that can be canceled by either the landlord or tenant. If the tenant has been on the property for one (1) year or less, the notice for termination shall be a minimum of thirty (30) days, if more than one (1) year, sixty (60) days….

A California rent-to-own lease agreement is a binding contract between a landlord and tenant for the renting of property. The form also includes language that allows the tenant to buy the property for an agreed-upon price. The tenant will usually have to undergo the same screening process as a standard lease and must follow all…

A California commercial lease agreement acts as a binding contract between the landlord and a business tenant who is renting the space for non-residential use, such as retail, office space, industrial, or hospitality. The document outlines the terms and conditions of the lease, including rent payment, security deposit, length of the lease, and penalties for…