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 a new Apple Watch or a 5-day cruise certificate* for two! All of this and more being given away throughout the day.
FREE $20 and $100 Bills!
GS Insurance Solutions is GIVING AWAY MONEY at booth #321!!
AOA has partnered with GS Insurance Solutions to provide AOA members with the best Exclusive Group Insurance Program, at the lowest possible price! Here’s what they are offering at the trade show:
“We are so confident that AOA’s policy pricing will beat what you are paying now, that we’ll give you $20.00 if we can’t beat your current rate on your apartment building’s general insurance policy, (for 5 units or more) AND we’ll give you $100.00 if we can’t beat your Workers’ Compensation policy – (on a like for like policy). All you have to do is bring your declarations page (the page showing the coverage and premium) to booth #323 and we’ll give you an identical coverage quote”.
Wow, they’ll give you $20 or a $100 bill if they don’t beat your current policies and if they do, you could save thousands -you win either way!!!
FREE Seminars
You will discover money-making and money-saving ideas, and what you, as an investor, can expect in the future on Thursday, October 19th at the Long Beach Convention Center – in Hall C, 400 E. Seaside Way! The first seminar at 7:30 a.m. will be given by AOA’s president, Jeff Faller on “How YOU Can Create Wealth-Building Habits”. Every rental housing owner will want to hear this one along with all of the informative seminars offered throughout the day. You’ll want to attend these FREE landlording seminars where YOU can win a prize at EVERY seminar, so be sure to attend as many as you can! Read on for more detailed seminar information and times.
What Every Rental Property Owner Wants Now!
Is your goal to discover at least one idea that will help you become an even more successful and profitable apartment owner and/or manager than ever before? Then you’ll want to be at this AOA Trade Show. Based on the past experience of AOA members, property management companies, and other rental property owners from all over the state, we can almost guarantee that you will discover that one big idea. In fact, you will discover more money-making and money-saving ideas at the AOA Trade Show than any other “happening” in the whole industry. Come to the big event and you, too, will find out why so many rental housing owners, managers, contractors, vendors and other entrepreneurs attend.
The Million Dollar Trade Show is designed to fulfill AOA’s mission of providing every rental property owner with at least “one idea that will help you make and keep more money than ever before”. We’ve been meeting that goal for over 40 years – – that’s why so many rental housing owners, property managers, exhibitors and other entrepreneurs keep coming back year after year.
It pays and saves you big time just to be an AOA member. BUT… it pays and saves even more for those owners who turn up every year to discover new ideas at the Big Show!
WOW! Where else could you possibly spend a more profitable day? There will be no place in the world like the Long Beach Convention Center on Thursday, October 19th, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Whole Day is FREE
It won’t cost you a dime. You see, the 100-plus contractors, exhibitors and speakers get together and pay the rent for the Convention Hall. They provide all the chairs for the huge seminars AND cover all the other expenses. It costs them over $100,000 to put on this show … just for you! You will definitely want to take advantage of this one, big, valuable money-making and money-saving opportunity.
Really, it’s a FREE show. All the drawings offered at many of the exhibitors’ booths and the whole day of money-making idea seminar – all FREE! The AOA Trade Show and Landlording Conference is one big free day for every well-deserving rental property owner!
WHEN: October 19th – all day Thursday. The first seminar starts at 7:30 a.m. and the exhibitors’ floor opens at 8:30 a.m. The last seminar starts at 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: At the Long Beach Convention Center in Hall C, at 400 E. Seaside Way!
PURPOSE: To help you discover ideas, products and services that will make your life as a rental property professional more enjoyable, easier and more profitable.
Our goal is for you to discover at least one idea that will help you make and keep more money than ever before.
COST: FREE – All we ask is that you please bring a new, unwrapped child’s toy for the Union Rescue Mission’s “Christmas in October” program.
Your Free Gifts Just for Attending
Gift #1: If you have never been a member of AOA, you’ll receive a FREE six-month membership. You’ll have all the privileges and rights of our regular paid members – access to “instant” low-cost credit and eviction checks, a monthly subscription to the Apartment Owners Association News and Buyers Guide and much more! You will be part of one of the largest individually organized group of apartment owners and property managers in the whole United States. Why are we giving away FREE memberships to first time members? Because we hope you’ll take advantage of the many benefits of being an AOA member and renew at the end of your six-month freebie BUT, there is no obligation!
Gift #2: Nine lucky winners will win a 5-day Cruise certificate for two! (Port taxes, registration and fees not included.)
Gift #3: An Apple Watch will be given away at the last seminar of the day!
Gift #4: Also, many other prizes and gifts will be given away to the lucky winners at individual booths – be sure to visit them all! (Rumor has it that booth #323 is giving away $20 bills, so be sure to visit them!)
There’s More!
Attorneys will be there all day just to answer any landlord/tenant questions to keep you out of trouble and avoid possible lawsuits. AOA Brokers will be available to show you apartment buildings for sale for your investment consideration. We’ve invited several government agencies so that they can answer your questions. Exhibitors will be there with new products and services. Then there are all the free “money-making idea” seminars.
You’ll want to spend the whole day at the show visiting all the booths and attending every seminar that you can possibly take in. The following describes all the FREE seminars and the times each one will be given:
“How YOU Can Create Wealth-Building Habits – 7:30 a.m. – Seminar Area A
Jeff Faller, AOA’s President will share with you this personal and powerful success system and how you can apply this to your ownership of apartments, AND to whatever other business or personal project that you decide to tackle! In this seminar you will discover:
- How to distinguish between urgent and important
- A proven system that will help you develop successful habits
- Other wealth-building ideas and success blockers
If you have the “want to”, you’ll discover the “how to” at this seminar! Plus, you could win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!
“Tenant Protections and Eviction Requirements Survival Guide” – 9:00 a.m. – Seminar Area A
Michael Brennan, Esq. is the founder of Brennan Law Firm, where he focuses on building long-term relationships by providing the most knowledgeable landlord counseling available while using that knowledge to deliver outstanding representation at reasonable prices.
In addition to running his law firm, Michael also: writes articles, conducts seminars, and teaches classes on a multitude of landlord tenant topics throughout Southern California. He is extremely active in the landlord-tenant industry, and sits on the Board of Directors for various apartment associations throughout Southern California, as well as sitting on a legislative committee that reviews and interprets proposed legislation affecting the rental housing industry.
At this seminar you will discover:
- Emerging trends in tenant protection ordinances
- The most recent cities to adopt rent control and the growing administrative requirements placed on landlords
- Strategies to use to limit effects of these ordinances and reduce the financial impact on your properties
Here’s hoping that you win the 5-day cruise certificate* for two at this seminar!
“State of the Insurance Industry and How it Affects Landlords” – 9:00 a.m. – Seminar Area B
Anthony Miller, Founder and CEO of GS Insurance Solutions, Inc., and also the representative of AOA’s Group Insurance Program. Anthony’s team brings a wealth of experience from years of doing business with some of the largest insurance brokers in the world. He offers competitive edge insurance services and products to clients locally, nationally and around the globe. Tony and AOA’s Group Insurance Program is saving our members thousands of dollars! At this seminar you will discover:
- Why insurance companies are leaving California and how to make sure you have proper coverage
- Why rates are increasing and how to keep costs down
- What factors impact your rates and steps to take to lower premiums
Plus you could win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two at this seminar!
“How to LEGALLY Screen Applicants” – 11:00 a.m. – Seminar Area A
Edrin Shamtob, Esq. of SNS Law Firm. Mr. Shamtob is a highly esteemed lawyer in the Southern California area and has just been named to the 2023 Southern California Rising Stars list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Edrin has experience litigating cases for both plaintiffs and defendants in matters involving a variety of disputes, including breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, partnership and shareholder litigation, unfair business practices, and misappropriation of trade secrets. Edrin’s strong legal and financial background gives him the expertise to successfully litigate complex real estate, financial, and business disputes and the knowledge to counsel clients on multifaceted business transactions, including landlord/tenant disputes. In this seminar, you will discover:
- Fair housing requirements and what you can legally ask
- How to protect yourself from lawsuits
- Red flags to watch for
You’ll want to attend this one, folks, and you’ll wonder why someone didn’t tell you about this years ago! Wouldn’t it be nice if you won the 5-day cruise certificate* for two!
“Wealth Retention Through Proper Year-End Tax Planning” – 11:00 a.m. – Seminar Area B
Tony Watson, Tax Specialist with Robert Hall and Associates. Tony holds a federal license as an Enrolled Agent tax practitioner and personally manages clients with over $350 million dollars in real estate holdings. Aside from his full-time position at Robert Hall & Associates, he is an active real estate investor. In this seminar, you will discover:
- Why it’s crucial to assess your tax situation before the year ends
- Top five tax write-offs for greater savings
- How to navigate the Inflation Reduction Act and upcoming proposals
You’ll want to attend this one and may even win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!
“How to Create Your Own Pool of Qualified Rental Applicants” – 1:00 p.m. – Seminar Area A
Jeffrey Taylor, also known as “Mr. Landlord” is the #1 landlord in the nation! He is also one of the top nationwide speakers on the subject of making more money owning and managing apartments. It’s not about the number of units you have; it’s about the numbers on your bottom line!
This guy is an “idea-a-minute” speaker so be sure to bring your pad and pen to write down all the ideas he has in store for all of us. At this seminar you will discover:
- Several ways to increase your monthly cash flow with each new resident
- How to NOT have to rely on Zillow and other online listing services
- How to approach and get others to refer top prospects to you
Be sure to attend this one folks! You may even win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!
“Challenges and Opportunities for California Property Owners” – 1:00 p.m. – Seminar Area B
Jon Coupal, Esq., President of Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. Howard Jarvis was author of Proposition 13 and HJTA’s name is synonymous with tax relief and the uncompromising defense of the California homeowner. Mr. Coupal served as Director of Legal Affairs for HJTA, overseeing the organization’s litigation and lobbying efforts. He is a recognized expert in California fiscal affairs and has argued numerous tax cases before the courts. In this seminar, you will discover:
- California’s hostile environment for taxpayers – (Challenge)
- Repeal the Death Tax – (Opportunity)
- Taxpayer Protections – closing Prop. 13 loopholes and giving voters transparency in ballot measures (Opportunity)
Plus, you might even win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two at this seminar!
“Navigating New Eviction Requirements in L.A. and the Southland” – 3:00 p.m. – Seminar Area A
Well-known Eviction Attorney, Dennis Block, Esq. has plenty of hot legal ideas in store for you! Mr. Block is with the Law Firm of Dennis P. Block and Associates and also writes the monthly Legal Questions and Answers column for the AOA magazine. At this seminar you’ll discover:
- New requirements for the city of Los Angeles
- L.A. County’s new requirements
- Requirements for other municipalities
Be there early to get a good seat AND plan to stay for the very popular legal question and answer session that follows. He promises many legal tips and tricks that up-to-date apartment owners are using in today’s market! Plus, you could win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two at this seminar!
“Annual Inspections and Move-Out Inspections” – 3:00 p.m. – Seminar Area B
Jennifer Barragan, CAPS, owner of OC Professional Maintenance Team. Jennifer is a professional general contractor with many years of experience under her tool belt. She started her career in real estate in 1995 as a property supervisor for numerous residential homes, apartment communities, homeowner associations, and commercial properties. She has become well-rounded in all aspects of running a successful business by learning all the ins and outs at a corporate level, from maintenance to management. At this seminar, you will discover:
- How to best manage your maintenance work order requests
- Annual Inspections (Do’s and Don’ts) – how to protect your investment
- New strategies designed for today’s rental market
You could also win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!
“How to Protect Your Business and Save Thousands in Taxes” – 4:00 p.m. – Seminar Area A
Larry Oxenham is one of America’s top asset protection experts, having helped thousands of professionals achieve financial peace of mind by teaching them how to structure their assets for lawsuit protection and tax reduction properly. He has authored and co-authored several articles and books on the subject, including the book, Protect Your Assets. His career has been credited with helping thousands of people save millions of dollars. Larry Oxenham is a nationally recognized speaker who has trained thousands of professionals at hundreds of conventions, conferences, and seminars across the country. He will be showing you how to:
- Protect 100% of your professional and personal assets from lawsuits
- Eliminate capital gains tax on the sale of real estate or other assets
- Five strategies to reduce income taxes by up to 40% each year
Stay for this money-making seminar and you just may win one of these great prizes – a new Apple Watch or a 5-day cruise certificate* for two – both being given away at the last seminar of the day!
Big Day Planned Just For YOU!
We hope to see you at all the seminars. We do know that you’ll be a big winner by attending this biggest ever AOA “Million Dollar Trade Show and Landlording Conference”! The whole day has been planned for apartment owners and property managers . . . just like you!
Union Rescue Mission’s “Christmas in October” Toy Drive
Apartment owners have been especially kind in supporting the Union Rescue Mission at every AOA Trade Show with their donations. This year, the Mission is asking that we again support their “Annual Christmas Store”. They make four days in December available to poor and homeless families who cannot afford to buy Christmas presents. Please help us stock their shelves by bringing a new, unwrapped toy for infants, toddlers, elementary ages and teenagers. You can help make a difference!
One Big Day
Mark your calendar now: All day Thursday, October 19th at the Long Beach Convention Center, in Hall C, 400 E. Seaside Way! The first seminar begins at 7:30 a.m., and the exhibitor floor opens at 8:30 a.m. and stays open until 5:00 p.m. The last seminar starts at 4:00 p.m. Plan to spend a day discovering the best money-making and money-saving ideas and special discounts that you will ever see at one location. We’re looking forward to seeing you there. Please bring a friend – you can be assured that they will discover at least one idea that will help them make and keep more money than ever before as a direct result of attending. See you at the all FREE “Big Million Dollar Trade Show and Landlording Conference”!!!
P.S. Be sure to stop by the AOA booth for FREE popcorn and to spin the big wheel for even more prizes!
*Port taxes, registration and fees not included.


