It is imperative to stay updated on local regulations and seek legal counsel, when necessary, to ensure that occupancy policies are fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory. Moreover, proactive communication, clear guidelines, and ongoing training will ensure that every staff member will maintain compliance. Q: Is there an occupancy limit law that housing providers have to…
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate, innovative approaches to buying and selling properties have become the cornerstones of successful transactions. One such approach that has gained significant traction is seller financing. Gone are the days when conventional bank mortgages were the only route to property ownership. Seller financing, a method where the seller takes…
AOA Magazine Contributor Receives Accolades! Dear Jeff and AOA: I hope the email finds you well. I wanted to share with you that I get lots of great feedback from members about my articles, and this morning I received an email that highlights the positive impact that the AOA magazine has on the apartment industry.…
As we all know, inflation has climbed higher than expected in the last year. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) spiked to an annual rate of 9.1% in June of last year, the largest monthly increase in over 40 years. While the CPI has come down considerably since the peak in the summer of 2022, it…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Question One: I have a tenant who recently died while inside the apartment unit. This tenant had a live-in caretaker. In the last few months this caretaker would be the one who would…
It is imperative to stay updated on local regulations and seek legal counsel, when necessary, to ensure that occupancy policies are fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory. Moreover, proactive communication, clear guidelines, and ongoing training will ensure that every staff member will maintain compliance. Q: Is there an occupancy limit law that housing providers have to follow?…
The belief that housing is a human right may go from the philosophical roundtable to the State Legislature to the ballot box and into the California Constitution if former supervisor and current Assemblyman, Matt Haney has his way. What Does “Housing is a Human Right“ Mean? In March of this year, Assemblyman Haney introduced Assembly Constitutional…
Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 19th for AOA’s “Million Dollar Trade Show and Landlording Conference” in Long Beach. You will meet just about every contractor and vendor you will ever need… it’s called the “Million Dollar Event” of the year. Come and help us celebrate and who knows, you may even go home with…
An apartment showing or an open house – which is better? Find out how to show an apartment and why this is the better option to bring in quality renters. Scheduling an apartment showing is the next step after prospective tenants reach out to you. Understanding proper apartment showing etiquette is vital, as this encounter…
The increasing rate of people and businesses leaving California is well documented and is slowly being acknowledged by reluctant politicians and legacy media. Arguments from California’s cheerleader-in-chief, Governor Newsom, that everything is fine are growing less credible by the day. For those of us who want to stay in the Golden State – no matter…