Dispute Back Rent Charges

Summary

If a new property management company claims you owe back rent, gather evidence like money order receipts and check records. In California, tenants can dispute rent charges and seek assistance from the California Department of Consumer Affairs. Contact them at 1-800-952-5210 or visit their website. If issues persist, consider seeking legal advice or contacting the local rent board.

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It is a housing iasue
What specific housing issue are you facing, ****?
Recently a property management company took over from the previous owners from before
Has the new property management company made any changes that are causing you problems?
They are trying to say that we owe back pay rent when we dont and we have evidence of the truth
What type of evidence do you have to prove you don't owe back pay rent?

General Information:
- In California, tenants have the right to dispute rent charges.
- You can contact the California Department of Consumer Affairs for assistance.
Money order recieipts rent recents check book with checks written
That's good. In California, such documents can be used as proof of payment. If they persist, consider seeking legal advice or contacting the local rent board.
How do i confact the department of consumer affairs
You can contact the California Department of Consumer Affairs at *-*-*-* or visit their website at www.dca.ca.gov.