No other book gives specific, current information on rights and responsibilities of CA tenants—from signing a lease to breaking one (or being evicted), and everything in between (discrimination, privacy, repairs, deposits, and more). No other book provides guidance on eviction defense, including how to complete and file official California forms. Since 1972, this has been the go-to resource for the millions of people who live in apartments and other rental housing in California.

The go-to survival guide for California tenants California tenants have many rights, especially those lucky enough to have rent control. But knowing and enforcing these rights can be difficult. Fortunately, California Tenants’ Rights, the leading tenant guide for more than 45 years, provides all the information and key forms tenants need to: find a good rental in a competitive market understand the rules regarding service and support animals deal with a problem roommate or noisy neighbor stop landlord intrusions of privacy get the landlord to make repairs or deal with mold or bedbugs fight illegal discrimination, harassment, or retaliation break a lease with minimal liability respond to a late rent or termination notice get as much of the deposit back as possible, and fight an eviction, with line-by-line instructions on completing required forms. The 23rd edition includes updated information on state eviction rules and forms, local and statewide rent control ordinances, and your options when faced with unpaid “Covid rent.” With Downloadable Forms & Sample Letters Download a lease and eviction defense forms, plus more than two dozen sample letters and emails inside the book.