Cal. Civ. Code § 89-10-5
Right to manage property.
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The right to manage, control or receive payments for any use of real property shall only belong to the owner of the property or a person designated by the owner for such purposes. History Laws, 2025, ch. 474, § 5, eff from and after July 1, 2025; Laws, 2026, ch. 379, § 1, eff from and after July 1, 2026.
Under Miss. Code Ann. § 89-10-5, the authority to manage, control, or collect payments related to real property is legally reserved for the property's owner or someone the owner has formally designated to act in that capacity. This provision establishes that no other party may exercise those rights without the owner's authorization. The rule effectively defines who holds legitimate authority over a property's management and financial transactions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Miss. Code Ann. § 89-10-5 makes clear that compliant property owners either manage their properties directly or formally designate an authorized representative—such as a property manager or management company—to do so on their behalf. Operators who use third-party managers generally maintain documented authorization to establish that the representative's actions are legally grounded in the owner's delegation. Keeping clear records of any such designation helps demonstrate compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Miss. Code Ann. § 89-10-5 establishes that only a property's owner or a person the owner has formally designated may collect rent or manage the property. Tenants who receive payment demands or management directives from a party whose authority is unclear may have grounds to question whether that party is acting within the scope of this provision. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service can help tenants understand what documentation they may be entitled to request regarding a manager's or collector's authorization.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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