As advisors at AOA, we are required and always strive to address concerns with kindness and professionalism. It is not my intent to “belittle” anyone, but sometimes, we are amazed at questions and are grateful that thoughts can’t be heard. At a time when it seems that being a rental property owner is most…
DetailsBelow are discussions and tips that have been shared by landlords nationwide. Please be sure to know the applicable laws in your area as they may differ from some of the offered suggestions. Minimum FICO Score Accepted? A landlord was trying to determine what would be the minimum FICO score he would accept from a…
DetailsBuying rental property continues to be one of the few vehicles or investment opportunities where an average individual can get started with nothing and build significant wealth. The following short stories are real life examples of how a few successful landlords in different parts of the country got started with nothing. You will see that…
DetailsAs March ended this year, the Biden Administration issued a 250-page General Explanation of the administration’s fiscal 2023 revenue proposals, sometimes known as the “Green Book”. This is a very brief initial summary of the Green Book provisions which I believe would revolutionize, and have the greatest impact on, estate planning and real estate investing.…
DetailsBelow 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 rent-controlled unit in the City of Los Angeles. My tenant recently passed away. His adult son, who was not on lease, was occupying the apartment with his father. He…
DetailsHello, my name is Jeffi Girgenti and I am a candidate for Los Angeles County Supervisor District 3. I was born in the City of San Fernando and, as the daughter of a police officer, I stand as an advocate for public safety. I know the challenges and sacrifices the families of law enforcement officers…
DetailsAs a professional property manager, I am committed to balancing the legal and ethical obligations to residents of rental dwelling units; providing safe and habitable housing, while simultaneously serving the owners’ financial interests. When landlord’s and tenant’s opinions do not align, conflicts often occur – sometimes, to a level of irreconcilable differences. However, those conflicts…
DetailsDisclaimer: This Q&A discusses San Diego Ordinance Number O-21447 (O-2022-98 Rev.), which we refer to as to the no-fault eviction moratorium or moratorium. This moratorium is only relevant to Landlord’s with rental properties in the City of San Diego. Additionally, this moratorium is in effect from May 22, 2022, through September 30, 2022 or 60 days after…
DetailsIt’s important to conserve water and energy to help the planet. The conservation efforts that you implement in your properties can also help increase your income from your properties. There are many ways to increase the net operating income (NOI) of your property. Across the country, property owners are searching for ways to increase their…
DetailsSo, it happened again, for the third time in less than a month. Another client was interested in an asset and asked us to recommend the amount he should offer. We consulted recent comparable transactions, noted that inflation concerns are increasing, and there is an astounding shortage of rentals. We offered an assessment of the…
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