If you're looking to generate some extra cash and have a room available to rent in your California home, congratulations! You've just become a landlord. However, following the laws and regulations when you're renting a room in your California property can be tricky. Use Nolo's Renting Out a Room in Your California Home Kit to help you through the rental process, including the tough task of finding someone you want to share your space with, and keep it all legal.
Find and screen the best applicant and finalize your rental arrangement once you've selected the right tenant using these key forms:
- California Rental Agreement for Renting Out a Room in Your Home
- California Lodger Rental Application
- California Lodger References Worksheet
The comprehensive instructions, questions, and checklists you'll find in Nolo's Renting Out a Room in Your California Home Kit provide important guidance for the new landlord, and will help you avoid potential legal pitfalls. Don't hand over your keys without it!