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Proposed Bill Could Help Tenants Purchase Their Homes in California

The Tenant and Community Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA or COPA) is being evaluated by California legislators to simplify the process of allowing tenants and nonprofit organizations with a social mission to acquire rental properties that become available for sale. AB 919, proposed by Ash Kalra, an Assemblymember from San José, seeks to grant tenants ..Read More

What is AB 2791?

AB2791 is a bill that would require a marshal or sheriff to accept electronically signed notices or court documents granted by courts in a civil action, such as an eviction. The bill takes effect January 1st, 2024. AB 2791 also sets forth new litigation where a marshal or sheriff is prohibited from reviewing the contents ..Read More