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 the latest products and services – all under one roof. It’s called the “Million Dollar” event for a reason!
You could even go home with a brand-new Apple Watch or a 5-day cruise certificate for two!*
Why You Should Attend
Whether you’re a new landlord or a seasoned investor, this event is designed to help you:
- Save money
- Solve management problems
- Grow your rental business
- Stay legally compliant
- Discover new income strategies
Best of all—it’s completely FREE.
Free Seminars All Day – Check Out the Fantastic Topics!
From 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., enjoy expert-led sessions on essential topics, including legal updates, tax strategies, insurance, and wealth-building. You’ll learn real-world tips you can use right away – AND there’s a prize giveaway at every seminar!
Event Details at a Glance
When: Wednesday, August 19th
Time: First seminar at 7:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall opens at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Long Beach Convention Center – Hall C
400 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach, CA
Cost: FREE!
Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to support the Union Rescue Mission’s “Christmas in August” Toy Drive.
Four Big Perks for Attendees
Gift #1:
FREE 6-Month AOA Membership for first-time members! Enjoy access to all member benefits – tenant screening, numerous rental-related forms and notices, helpful advice, educational seminars, and more.
Gift #2:
Nine lucky winners will receive a 5-day cruise certificate for two!*
Gift #3:
A brand-new Apple Watch will be won at the final seminar of the day! (there is no “final seminar”)
Gift #4:
Dozens of prizes will be given away at exhibitor booths throughout the day. Be sure to visit them all!
Expert Exhibitors & Onsite Support
- AOA Brokers will be on hand with apartment listings and market insights.
- Attorneys will be available all day for one-on-one landlord/tenant legal questions.
- Exhibitors will showcase innovative products and services to improve your properties and your bottom line.
Free Seminar Highlights
Here are just a few of the valuable sessions offered throughout the day. Every seminar offers a chance to win a 5-day cruise for two!*
7:30 a.m. | Seminar Area A
“Practical AI for Rental Property Owners”
Jeff Faller, AOA President
- Favorite types of AI tools for property management
- How to get started using AI
- How to streamline one specific repetitive task using AI
9:00 a.m. | Seminar Area A
“The Top Must-Do Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors”
Tony Watson, Real Estate Investor Tax Specialist – Robert Hall & Associates
- Why working with a tax advisor can SAVE you money
- What changes are coming in 2026
- Tips to maximize deductions without triggering an audit
- How to turn everyday expenses into write-offs
9:00 a.m. | Seminar Area B
“Are You Worth Suing? How Apartment Owners Can Reduce Risk and Protect Their
Assets”
Ali Talai, Esq., LL.M. – Founder, Talai Law Offices
- Why apartment owners become lawsuit targets and what “looking collectible” really means
- The five layers of a real asset protection plan and why no single layer is enough
- Common mistakes apartment owners make with insurance, LLCs, and documentation that quietly create risk
11:00 a.m. | Seminar Area A
“The Changing Landlord/Tenant Landscape”
Michael Brennan, Esq., Landlord/Tenant Attorney – Brennan Law Group
- 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
11:00 a.m. | Seminar Area B
“A Conversation with Local Representatives on Rental Housing”
Multiple Local Officials
- Remarks from LA/LB City Council members and representatives
- Legislative updates
- Connecting with your district representative
1:15 p.m. | Seminar Area A
“Owners Beware: Common Tenant Scams”
Dennis Block, Esq., Eviction Attorney – Dennis P. Block & Associates
- New laws requiring screening criteria
- How to spot false identities with driver’s licenses, utility bills, and banking statements
- Misrepresentation on applications: verifying employment, rental history gaps, and credit reports
- Why you must run your own credit and eviction reports (minimum score: 700)
- How to check civil lawsuits and verify tenant payment history
1:15 p.m. | Seminar Area B
“Seven Ways to Increase Your Monthly Income By Thousands”
Jeffrey Taylor, “Mr. Landlord”, Property Management Expert
- Ways to eliminate most costly expenses
- What to offer to get top market rent
- How to get residents to want to pay you more!
3:00 p.m. | Seminar Area A
“Tools Wealthy People Use to Protect Assets and Create Wealth”
Lee Philips, Esq. – LegaLees
- 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
3:00 p.m. | Seminar Area B
“How to Prepare Watertight Eviction Notices”
Edrin Shamtob, Esq. and Bijan Shakiboo, Esq. – SNS Law Group
- How to prepare the AOA 3-Day Pay or Quit Notice
- A sure-fire checklist to help keep your notice “watertight”
- How to calculate the “Last Date to Comply”
Help Support the Union Rescue Mission
Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to the Union Rescue Mission’s “Christmas in August” Toy Drive. Your generosity helps make the holidays brighter for children and families in need.
One Big Day. Endless Possibilities.
Wednesday, August 19th
Long Beach Convention Center – Hall C
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Bring a friend or colleague and discover the tools, strategies, and services that will help you make and keep more money than ever before! We’ll see you there!
*Port taxes, registration, and fees not included with cruise certificate.