Ronnee,

After 20 years - an increase in rent can be steep - like 35% for the tenants - is this legal? When people moved in, they had one income - now the family has increased - and they have 3 incomes.

In efforts to keep up with the high costs of living, your tenant should understand and empathize with your burdens. However, it is important to understand that this is also a business for you. Seek the average market rental value rate within your local community newspaper. Ex: Daily Breeze, LA Times, Pennysaver, Wave, etc.