SB 1190 California: a Guide for Landlords on Tenant Lease Break Rights
As landlords in California, staying abreast of legislative changes impacting our rental business is imperative. A significant development is Senate Bill No. 1190 (Chapter 205), approved by the Governor...
View ArticleOC Seaside Property Rental Management Best Practices
The appeal of Orange County rentals in seaside communities extends beyond short vacations, offering an idyllic setting for long-term living. Sun, sand, and sea create an ideal environment for tenants...
View ArticleLandlords’ Guide to the New CA Ban on Crime-Focused Housing Policies (AB-1418)
California’s new ban on crime-focused housing policies, particularly the crime-free multi-housing program (CFHP), is bound to bring significant change to the way landlords vet and approve tenants. For...
View ArticleHow Much Should You Spend on Rent?
Deciding how much you can afford to pay for rent each month is a critical financial decision that many tenants face. It’s a balance between finding a comfortable home and ensuring your rent payments...
View ArticleNew Investment Stratagy
If you’ve been tracking the latest in real estate investing, you’ve probably heard about “medium-term rentals.” Investors nationwide are adding medium-term rentals to their portfolios for improved cash...
View ArticleNew Law Regarding Mold Information
There is a new law that requires all landlords to provide information regarding dampness and mold. As of January 1, 2022, residential landlords are now required to provide written disclosure to...
View ArticleRent Increase is Now 10%
Good news or perhaps not so good news… the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Orange County is now 7.9%. Therefore, effective August 1, 2022, and through July 31, 2023, for residents that are NOT subject...
View ArticleRental Demand is Slowing Down
A popular topic with property managers nowadays is simply “are red hot rents finally starting to cool down?” Here’s some insight as to what is happening out there… RealPage has just reported that the...
View ArticleSanta Ana Enacts Harsh Rent Control Measures
The City of Santa Ana just enacted the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance to regulate rent increases and evictions for nearly all rental properties and mobile home spaces. The City...
View ArticleTop Insurance Giants are Leaving California
Two insurance industry giants have pulled back from California’s home insurance marketplace, saying that increasing wildfire risk, flooding, and soaring construction costs have prompted them to stop...
View ArticleAvoid Application Scams
Landlords have had to deal with falsified tenant applications for years and now unscrupulous individuals have upped their game and have become increasingly sly in their attempts to evade background...
View ArticleDon’t Forget to Renew Your Money Judgement
When a tenant owes a landlord money there are two ways to collect; either go to court to hopefully obtain a money judgement and/or send them to collections. Money judgments This is the most effective,...
View ArticleExempt From Rent Control
Single family residences including condos are exempt from California Statewide Rent Control, AB-1482, if: Proper notice of exemption is given to the tenants and; Owner is not a Real Estate Investment...
View ArticleHow Protect Your Personal Assets From Rental Property Liability
The main reason to use a Limited Liability Corporation ((LLC) is to insulate your personal assets from liability that may occur at the property. So, your risk stops in the LLC should anything occur on...
View ArticleLandlords Cannot Discriminate Section 8
You may not know that California landlords cannot discriminate against an applicant just because they have a housing voucher (aka: Section 8). As always there are pros and cons to Section 8...
View ArticleNew Buena Park Ordinance
Buena Park passed a new Ordinance enacting increased Just Cause protections for tenants effective August 1, 2023. While Buena Park has essentially copied most of the California’s Tenant Protection Act...
View Article5 Easy Steps To Help Avoid An Eviction
Before going down the weedy path of Eviction Lane, keep in mind that court costs are the least of your worries. You may have a mortgage, past-due rent, property turnover costs, locksmith, repairs, and...
View Article5 of The Most Rent Control Laws For 2024
Here are the five most important rent control laws that come into effect at various times in 2024. Security deposits Tenants will no longer have to pay two months’ rent as a security deposit. A new...
View Article5 Ways To Improve Your Rental Profit
Making a profit in real estate investing is getting more and more difficult. As real estate prices increase and rents flatten, landlords need to be creative in looking for ways to increase their bottom...
View Article12 Ways Renters Can Show Proof of Income
If you have income requirements for your tenants, such as income must be at least three times the rent, then ensure an applicant meets your criteria. Here are 12 ways renters can easily show landlords...
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