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 California landlording 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 you out of courts, from paying unnecessary fines, to make your job easier, headache-free and save you money. The quiz was developed from…
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