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A New Lease on Retention – How to Reduce Turnover – by Doug Miller

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.February 1, 2015

“The staff has not been trained in customer service— only in sales. Once you sign a lease, they are unresponsive and indifferent to their customers.” – Comment from anonymous resident.

Legal Q & A Small Claims Court and Security Deposits – by Franco Simone, Esq.

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.February 1, 2015

Q:  My tenant is suing me in small claims court over her security deposit. What are some common reasons why tenants sue Landlords over the security deposit? Some of the more common reasons a tenant may sue a landlord include:

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Real Estate Investors: 13 Items Your Insurance Won’t Cover – By Al Aiello, CPA, MS Taxation

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.February 1, 2015

“My lawyer told me umbrella insurance is enough to protect me, so I don’t need an LLC.”  ~ An ill-advised Real Estate Investor

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Legal Q & A – by Richard Beckman, Attorney

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.February 1, 2015

Question 1: My Oakland tenant has not paid the second half of the security deposit and a late fee from last month, all terms agreed to on the lease agreement. What are the legal steps I can take to collect? 

Legal Q& A – by Dennis Block, Attorney

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.February 1, 2015

Question One: I am in the process of preparing a security deposit itemization. Is it legal to deduct for painting charges after a tenant moves out?  Also, how much can I charge for cleaning?

Protecting Yourself with Hired Help – By Jay P. DeCima

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.February 1, 2015

Since 2010, state agencies (EDD in California) have busted more illegal workers and their employers than during the previous 20 years before.  Most likely the surge in the enforcement of unlicensed contractor regulations was elevated to “front burner” status

Apartment Owners Object to LA Council’s Retrofitting Plan

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.January 23, 2015

Dan Faller is the President and Founder of the Apartment Owners Association of California. He reacts to this week ‘s discussion by the Los Angeles City Council to mandate retrofitting hundreds of buildings in order to survive a major quake. Faller explains his members objections to NBC4’s Conan Nolan

LA Housing Department Caught On Video With Their Pants Down – By Bill Hooey

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.January 23, 2015

Okay everyone, we got them on video.  It is about to go wild… There is a local landlord who became tired of the LAHD harassing him for the last ten years so he went to court and won.  The LAHD was furious that they were beaten in court so they went before another judge and convinced him…

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City Legalizes Short-Term Rentals on a Limited Basis – By Gideon Kramer, SPOSFI News Editor

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.January 1, 2015

 In October, the Board of Supervisors, by a veto-proof 9-2 margin, passed Board President and Supervisor David Chiu’s short-term rental legislation (aka “The Airbnb Law”.)  As expected, Mayor Lee signed the bill into law.  It takes effect in February 2015.

23 Landlord New Year’s Resolutions – by Patricia A. Harris

all, Magazine ArticlesBy AOA of California, INC.January 1, 2015

AOA Consultants get calls daily from our members with a variety of problems; some unfortunately after our owners are already in trouble.  Please use the below as a guide to easier management, money-saving ideas and to avoid potential legal problems in the New Year.   Our goal is your continued success!

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