This article was posted on Friday, Aug 01, 2025
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Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 20th for AOA’s “Million Dollar Trade Show and Landlording Conference” in Long Beach. You will find just about every contractor and vendor you will ever need…that’s why 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 Seminars

You will discover money-making and money-saving ideas, and what you, as an investor, can expect in the future on Wednesday, August 20th 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.

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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 Wednesday, August 20th 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 150-plus contractors, exhibitors and speakers get together and pay the rent for the Convention Hall.  It costs 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 seminars are – all FREE! The AOA “Million Dollar” Trade Show and Landlording Conference is one big free day for every well-deserving rental property owner!

WHEN: August 20th – all day Wednesday. The first seminar starts at 7:30 a.m. and the exhibitors’ floor opens at 8:30 a.m. The last seminar starts at 4:30 p.m.

WHERE:      At the Long Beach Convention Center at 400 E Seaside Way, in Hall C.

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 in the present and for years to come. 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 August” program.

TRADE SHOW DAY PERKS:

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, exclusive access to numerous online rental-related fillable forms and much more! You will be part of one of the largest individually-organized groups of apartment owners and property managers in the whole United States.  Why are we giving away FREE memberships to first time members?   Because we’re confident that 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!

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. Exhibitors will be there with new products and services.. Then there are all the free money-making, money-saving, information-packed 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 seminar topics, times and locations that will be presented throughout the day:

Make sure you get here early so you don’t miss the opening seminar – presented by the President of AOA, Jeff Faller!

“How YOU Can Create Wealth-Building Habits”

7:30 a.m. – Seminar Area A

Jeff Faller, AOA President

Jeff grew up in the apartment industry. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration and was the first American to ever start a wholly foreign-owned company in one of the most restricted communist countries in the world. At that time, he and his team’s primary goal was to give locals a hand up instead of a hand out. After 16 years of working abroad, he returned home and held a position at one of the most prestigious university Entrepreneurship Departments in the United States. Jeff has now succeeded his father, Dan Faller, as the President of the Apartment Owners Association of California, Inc (AOA).

His seminar will focus on:

  • How to distinguish between urgent and important
  • A proven system that will help you develop successful habits
  • Other wealth-building ideas and success blockers

Plus, you could win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two

“Surviving the Current Ice Age for Landlords”

9:00 a.m. – Seminar Area A

Christian Walsh, Wire Associates and CA Property Law Group

Christian is a broker-associate and YouTuber with nearly two decades of experience in Southern California real estate. Christian’s team, WIRE Associates, specializes in tenant-occupied properties, 1031 Exchanges, and helping sellers maximize profits through strategic remodeling.

His experience, expertise and construction background allow him to guide clients in navigating today’s complex real estate landscape with confidence.

California Property Law Group was founded by three dedicated professionals—Rafael Azizyan, Kenny Lim, and Zachary Miller—who share a passion for the law.  Specializing exclusively in evictions, the team’s focused expertise gives them a unique edge in navigating the complexities of landlord-tenant law.

Topics that will be covered include:

  • A breakdown of today’s rental housing laws and why many owners feel like they’ve been left out in the cold
  • The chilling trend of legislation and what this means for California landlords
  • How to not only survive, but potentially thrive, amid today’s cold conditions

Wouldn’t it be nice if you also won the 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

“Navigating New Tenant Screening Standards: Responsibilities, Policy Changes, and More”

9:00 a.m. – Seminar Area B

Jonathan Kraut, Private Investigator

Jonathan Kraut is a former college dean and professor who has been a state licensed private investigator since 1997. Having 25 years experience as an investigator and pre-employment screener with organizations to include the U.S. Army, aerospace manufacturing and design facilities, job placement and training services, and national trade associations, he has overseen over one million background checks and is considered an expert in this field.

Become more fully informed on these topics:

  • Owners’ and managers’ requirements and responsibilities
  • How new changes in policy diminish the old methods
  • Best practices for the best possible outcomes

Maybe you’ll win the 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

“Increase Revenue and Reduce Drama with Mid-Term Rentals”

11:00 a.m. – Seminar Area A

Jesse Vasquez, Founder of AirVenture Hosting Company

Jesse Vasquez draws from his knowledge, experience, and passion for the emerging business opportunities in the Mid-Term Rental market when mentoring hundreds of real estate investors, homeowners, and Short-Term Rental enthusiasts. After 18 years in corporate sales training and leading million-dollar healthcare teams while moonlighting as a Mid-Term and Short-Term Rental Operator since 2015, he left his high-earning six-figure W2 Healthcare Sales Management career to go all-in with AirVenture Hosting and AirVenture Academy.

At this seminar, you will learn:

  • How Mid-Term Rentals can generate significantly more revenue than traditional leases
  • Bypass rent control and drama
  • Tips for setting up and managing a Mid-Term Rental

You could win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two at this seminar!

 “Seven Ways to Increase Your Monthly Income By Thousands”

11:00 a.m. – Seminar Area B

Jeffrey Taylor, “Mr. Landlord”, Property Mgmt. Expert

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.

Some of the valuable information offered today:

  • Ways to eliminate most costly expenses
  • What to offer to get top market rent
  • How to get residents to want to pay you more!

Plus, you might even win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

“Tenant Claims of Discrimination and Uninhabitability”

1:15 p.m. – Seminar Area A

Dennis Block, Esq. – Eviction Attorney

Dennis P. Block & Associates

Well-known Eviction Attorney, Dennis Block, 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.

Some of the topics covered will be:

  • Legal responsibilities for landlords and property managers
  • Proactive measures landlords can take to avoid habitability lawsuits
  • Essential leasing criteria responsibilities

Don’t miss the chance to win the 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

“Tax Strategies Every Real Estate Investor Must Know in 2025”

1:15 p.m. – Seminar Area B

Karla Dennis, CEO & Founder, KDA, Inc.

As an enrolled agent, Karla is licensed to prepare tax returns and represent taxpayers in all 50 states. She holds a Masters in Taxation and Business Development and is the author of two books, Tax Storm and Against the Odds.

Karla is the founder of accountancy and tax firm Karla Dennis and Associates Inc™. The firm has saved clients thousands of dollars on their income taxes and has been featured in various media outlets such as Forbes, MSNBC, KTLA, Yahoo Finance, and Smart Money; marking her as the ultimate tax expert.  At this seminar you will discover:

Topics covered in this seminar:

  • Unlock hidden tax deductions every landlord should know
  • Turn tax laws into a real estate growth strategy
  • Pick the perfect entity to shield your rentals and stack your wealth

Additionally,  you may even win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

“The Changing Landlord/Tenant Landscape”

3:15 p.m. – Seminar Area A

Michael Brennan, Esq. – Landlord/Tenant Attorney

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.

Information presented during this session:

  • New state and local housing laws every property owner needs to know
  • Compliance tips for navigating hurdles under “Just Cause” ordinances
  • End-of-session recap on bills expected to be signed into law

As a bonus, you could win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

“Future-Proofing Your Property: The Top 5 Insurance Threats Facing Landlords”

3:15p.m. – Seminar Area B

Anthony Miller, CEO and Founder and Brett Davis, VP & Program Leader

GS Insurance Solutions, Inc.

GS Insurance Solutions is the exclusive endorsed broker for the Apartment Owners Association of California, Inc. Anthony’s team brings a wealth of experience from years 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.

Important information covered today:

  • Secure competitive coverage despite non-renewals, declinations, and rising rates
  • Uncover hidden coverage gaps and apply proactive risk management solutions
  • The latest insurance industry updates

Additionally,  you may even win a 5-day cruise certificate* for two!

Tools Wealthy People Use to Protect Assets and Create Wealth”

4:15p.m. Seminar Area A

Lee Phillips, Esq., LegaLees

Lee R. Phillips is a unique attorney. He has distinguished himself as a United States Supreme Court Counselor, Estate Planning and Business Formation Specialist and Tax Lawyer who has helped over half a million people understand how to use the law to make more money and protect their assets. He is the author of 15 books; authored over 500 published articles; given over 5000 live lectures; and is a popular continuing education teacher for attorneys, accountants, insurance, and finance professionals.

Lee will be sharing information on:

  • The “Ins and Outs” of the two greatest money-making gifts the IRS has given us
  • How to protect your good assets from your bad assets
  • The trap of creating a separate LLC for each property

The information you’ll get on potential tax savings make this seminar worth the wait! Plus, as a bonus, someone’s going to win an Apple watch!

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 August” 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”, which is open for four days in December to families who cannot afford to buy Christmas presents for their children.  Please help us stock their shelves by bringing a new, unwrapped toy or gift for a child of any age – from infants to teenagers. You can help make a difference!

One Big Day

Mark your calendar now: All day Wednesday, August 20th at the Long Beach Convention Center, 400 E Seaside Way, Hall C! 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 4:15 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. You should 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 FREE “Big Million Dollar Trade Show and Landlording Conference”!

*Port taxes, registration and fees not included.