Changes to the New Smoke Detector Law – By Michael A. Brennan, Attorney

UPDATE:  Recently, I wrote an article on the new laws going into effect on January 1, 2014 concerning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The article created

10 Easy Ways to Spruce Up Your Rental or Rehab – by Attorney William Bronchick, Attorney, legalwiz.com

It’s easy to fix up your properties if you have unlimited cash. However, you need to keep your repairs to a minimum to stay profitable. You also need to keep your properties

How to Lease an Apartment That Isn’t Rent-Ready – by Joyce Kirby

While market conditions continue to fluctuate, there may be times when you find yourself in a situation where you have no apartments to show.  Maybe you don’t have a model or the one you have is “out of commission” or you are in a “make ready” process with the vacant apartments that are available.  Recently,…

The Case of the Noisy Baby – By Zachary Lawrence J.D.

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld compared babies to an electric blender, filled with food, turned on full power and without the lid!  Having raised two children, I confirm

California Landlording Quiz – Will You Pass or Will You Pay? – By Patricia A. Harris

The Californialandlording quiz below is based on laws and landlording rules that should already be or become a part of your management procedures.  The purpose of the quiz is to keep

Tenant Hardship Exemptions for Capital Improvement Pass-throughs Made Easier – By Peter Reitz

Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisors David Chiu and Jane Kim recently introduced legislation meant to simplify and provide standards for residential tenant hardship

11 Mistakes Inexperienced Landlords Make – By Katie Adams

With the housing market collapse, many investors who have been fortunate enough to preserve their cash or maintain access to credit are snapping up incredible deals on residential properties to

Economic Trends – By Gary Halbert

Economy Gaining Ground or Treading Water? Recent economic reports continue to be mixed overall, which argues that this lackluster recovery will continue to disappoint. However, some forecasters are feeling a little more upbeat in the last few weeks. Here are a couple of reasons why. First, there are hopeful signs that consumer spending could improve…

Legal Q & A – by Richard Beckman, Attorney

Question 1: We just received a judgment against our former tenants as a result of an Unlawful Detainer.  How do we get this information recorded on their credit report? Answer 1: Judgments are generally

New San Francisco Smoke Free Disclosure Policy is Now in Effect – San Francisco Tobacco Free Project

Attention All Multifamily Property Owners:  The San Francisco Board of Supervisors recently amended the San Francisco Health Code by