Late on Tuesday night, the Oakland City Council voted 7-1 to phase out the pandemic-era rent moratorium in stages by July 15, following hours of heated debate. The topic has caused a lot of tension between landlords, who are owed thousands of dollars in unpaid rent, and tenants, who are concerned about being evicted and ..Read More

There are various reasons why people choose to become landlords. Some might have stumbled into the role by chance, such as becoming an “accidental landlord” by renting out their previous residence. Others might have acquired a property through inheritance. Additionally, some individuals may have carefully researched properties for sale and made a deliberate decision to ..Read More

Over the course of the next 15 months, the Oakland City Council has decided to gradually eliminate the city’s pandemic-related moratorium on evictions and rent increases. Following a discussion lasting over four hours during its Tuesday night meeting, the council decided to gradually ease its limitations on evictions and late fees for renters by July ..Read More

The Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act is a California state law that restricts the scope of local rent control ordinances. One of its provisions is that it exempts certain types of residential rental properties from being subject to local rent control laws, such as single-family homes, condos, or properties constructed after 1995 or after a local ..Read More

Can I evict my tenant in the City of Santa Clarita? It is advisable to take action, even if the tenant has not cited COVID as a cause for non-payment. The COVID-related tenant protections will expire on April 1, 2023. If your tenant in Santa Clarita fails to pay the rent due in April 2023, ..Read More

The draft ordinance put forward to enhance tenant protections in San Diego beyond those offered by California law is not a complete solution. Despite the emphasis placed by officials at a press conference, it will not magically eliminate homelessness overnight. Instead, they explained that it reflects a thoughtful effort to strike a balance between the ..Read More

Owning and managing rental properties can be a challenging and overwhelming task. However, with the right knowledge and skills, it can also be a profitable and rewarding venture. Whether you are a novice landlord or an experienced one looking to enhance your skills, this comprehensive guide to landlording offers 20 essential tips to help you ..Read More

The renter protections in the City of Los Angeles have been broadened to include all rental property, which includes condominiums and single-family homes. New Laws in the City of Los Angeles Renter Protections Notice As of January 27, 2023, all owners of residential rental properties are required to furnish a “Notice of Renters’ Protections” to ..Read More

Limits on Rent Increases Landlords are restricted to a single rent increase per twelve-month period, and the rate of increase cannot exceed 75% of the annual rate of inflation. This limitation on rent increases is valid until September 30th, 2023, and is dependent on the tenant’s move-in date. Rollback on Rent Beginning May 17, 2021, ..Read More

Step 1: Serve your tenant a Three Day Notice to Pay or Quit Prior to filing the eviction case in court, it is mandatory to complete a prerequisite step. The 3 Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit must be served to the tenant, which demands payment of overdue rent within 3 days. Step 2: ..Read More