Exhibit T25 – Email – Landlord Acknowledges Ongoing Tenancy (April 2024)

This email thread between Michael Gasio and Phat Tran on April 2, 2024, confirms the landlord’s acknowledgment of the ongoing lease and his decision not to seek new tenants. The communication followed a tenant inquiry about the renewal and property listing value.

Michael Gasio (10:18 AM):
“I have not heard back about continuing our arrangement here so I checked Zillow for this address above to see what market said $4,999. I am uncomfortable not knowing where we might live next month.”

Phat Tran (11:10 AM):
“Hi Michael, thanks for sharing rental market with me, lately I’m too busy with my practice and I’m thinking to hire the company help me to manage rental property, please do not think we’re looking [for a] new lessee. Have a nice Tues Michael.”

The landlord’s written statement establishes that as of April 2024:

• The tenancy was active and recognized by the landlord.
• No intent to replace tenants or end the lease was expressed.
• The landlord confirmed he was only planning to hire a management firm to assist in administration.

This written admission directly contradicts later eviction actions and establishes that the landlord was aware of and accepted continuing tenancy terms while simultaneously pursuing concealed legal proceedings.

Legal Implications

• California Civil Code §§1636–1638: Contracts interpreted to uphold mutual intent.
• Civil Code §1942.4: Landlords may not demand rent or evict while recognizing an active lease.
• Evidence Code §1222: Party admissions via written communication are binding statements of fact.

Exhibit T25 provides direct written acknowledgment from landlord Phat Tran that the tenancy at 19235 Brynn Ct was ongoing as of April 2, 2024. His statement—“please do not think we’re looking new lessee”—serves as a clear admission that no termination or replacement was contemplated, exposing the later eviction filing as false, retaliatory, and fraudulent.