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What are landlords supposed to do if and when ICE (Immigrations and Customs Enforcement) arrives at your rental property? According to ICE, their agents are tasked with “finding and deporting specific individuals based on existing deportation orders and criminal convictions.” Contrary to the hyperbole in the news, ICE says it “does not conduct raids or sweeps and does not target noncitizens indiscriminately.” Some of the targeted individuals will undoubtedly live in rental communities, and ICE will seek to find and remove them from those communities. While landlords are not required to cooperate with ICE, they cannot block or prevent ICE from pursuing lawful action. Landlords... Read more
Are you wondering if you can use a 1031 exchange with foreign property? While a 1031 exchange is a powerful tool for deferring capital gains taxes, the rules around...
AB 2801, now active in California, is a security deposit law that changes the way landlords must handle security deposit documentation. The law requires property owners...
To master the eviction process in multifamily rentals, grasp legal requirements, document meticulously, and communicate clearly. Comprehend state laws, issue correct...
Navigating the complexities of property management can be challenging, especially when a tenant decides to break their lease. As a landlord, understanding what to do if...
California law makes it illegal for landlords to refuse to rent to people who participate in rental assistance programs like Section 8, but tenant advocates say the practice remains widespread in Los Angeles County. A recent investigation by the Housing Rights Initiative found that up to 70% of L.A.-area landlords turn away tenants who receive federal housing subsidies. And there’s been a flurry of recent lawsuits, including a sweeping case filed last fall by the Housing Rights Initiative. The suit names more than 200 landlords, including several major real estate companies. “Finding housing discrimination in Los Angeles is like finding rain in a rainstorm,” said Aaron... Read more
How long does it take to evict a tenant? The timeline can range from 14 days to several months based on tenant cooperation, court schedules, and state laws. This article...
Crouching on the sidewalk in front of his apartment building in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood last Monday, Bradford Berger shuffled through legal papers in a...
When recession fears rise, budget cuts often follow—and education directors are being asked to make hard choices. Training programs frequently top the list of cuts,...
When a tenant moves out, it might be tempting to give your unit a quick once-over before moving on to the next tenant. But doing so is not only a missed opportunity for...
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