Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California rent control laws, followed by answers provided by Attorney Richard Beckman. Question One: We have a no-pet policy in our eight-unit apartment building. One tenant got a note from their doctor so he could keep their dog, as an Emotional Support Animal. In the meantime,…
“The purpose of being an apartment owner is to help and serve other people.” Dan Faller, Founder of AOA As we prepare for this year’s AOA Trade Show & Landlording Conference, we’re revisiting some of the timeless lessons that have inspired generations of successful landlords. Among the seminars longtime attendees may remember is one presented by…
What is SB 122? California’s Senate Bill 122 was signed by Governor Newsom on June 29, 2026, expanding the state’s sales and use tax base to include certain digital products and remotely accessed software. The new law also comes with limits to certain business tax credits and provides a reduced first-year annual tax for newly…
Proposition 43 makes it harder to raise taxes by restoring the two-thirds vote requirement for local special taxes. A “special tax” is one that earmarks the revenue for specific purposes. The constitution states in Article XIII A, Section 4 (added by Proposition 13 in 1978), that cities, counties and special districts may impose special taxes…
California housing providers are accustomed to bad news coming out of Sacramento. Every legislative session seems to bring a fresh wave of proposals aimed at expanding tenant protections, restricting property rights, or imposing new obligations on landlords. 2026 will be no exception. While some measures continue to advance through the legislative process, lawmakers also rejected…
For property managers, landlords, and HOA boards, few maintenance complaints generate as much concern as mold. What begins as a routine tenant report can quickly evolve into a costly dispute involving inspectors, attorneys, insurance carriers, contractors, and claims specialists. In many cases, legitimate moisture problems require prompt attention and professional remediation. However, experienced property owners…
Why Co-Insurance Is So Important – and So Misunderstood Ask most apartment owners what their deductible is, and they’ll answer instantly. Ask them what their co-insurance percentage is – or what happens if their building limit doesn’t satisfy it – and the room usually goes quiet. That’s a problem, because co-insurance is one of the…
Mark your calendar for one of the biggest events of the year for rental property owners and managers: AOA’s FREE “Million Dollar” Trade Show and Landlording Conference returns to the Long Beach Convention Center on Wednesday, August 19th! This one-day event is packed with opportunities: expert-led seminars, valuable giveaways, and more than 150 vendors showcasing…
Below are questions asked by rental property owners regarding California and Orange County rent control laws, followed by answers provided by eviction attorney Dennis Block. Question One: My property is subject to Statewide Rent Control (AB 1482). What is the permissible rent increase at this time? My property is located in Torrance. Answer One:…
Thank you for standing with us in the fight to protect Proposition 13 and pass Prop 43, The Local Taxpayer Protection Act, restoring Californians’ right to vote on local taxes! We’re excited to share that the coalition has a brand-new website, YesOnProp43.com, built to serve as your one-stop resource as we head into the November…