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In the realm of property ownership, particularly in the rental market, the landscape is ever-evolving. One such evolution looming on the horizon is the proposed “Justice for Renters Act.” You may be inclined to brush it off, assuming it won’t affect you based on your current circumstances. However, delving deeper reveals a myriad of potential ..Read More

A new bill in California, called AB 2785 and introduced by Assemblywoman Lori D. Wilson, is looking to make two big changes to rules about rental security deposits and the fees landlords charge for checking if someone can be a tenant. Here’s what it plans to do. Security Deposit Interest The bill says landlords must ..Read More

The proposed legislation, AB 2216, spearheaded by Assemblyman Matt Haney, D-San Francisco, in collaboration with the Humane Society of the United States, represents a significant shift in California’s rental housing policies regarding pets. This bill, if passed, would fundamentally alter the landscape for both renters and landlords by prohibiting blanket bans on pets within rental ..Read More

Fast Eviction has gathered a list of the most impactful rental laws for California in 2024. Assembly Bill 1620 Assembly Bill 1620, effective January 1, 2024, introduces a significant advancement in tenant rights for individuals with permanent physical mobility-related disabilities residing in locally rent-controlled properties. This legislative measure empowers jurisdictions with local rent control to ..Read More

California’s Balcony Inspection Law, Senate Bill 721, passed in 2019. Due to pandemic-related challenges, several multifamily rental property owners couldn’t meet the law’s requirements in 2020 or 2021. Lately, portfolio owners and property managers have shown renewed interest in conducting mandatory balcony inspections and inspecting other elevated exterior elements. Understanding the Deadlines The initial deadline ..Read More

The Costa Hawkins Act is a California law that limits rent control by exempting single-family homes, condos, and properties built after 1995 from local rent control ordinances. It also allows landlords to raise rents to market rates when a tenant vacates, giving them more flexibility in managing rental income.

AB 2791 is a California bill that aims to streamline the eviction process by allowing landlords to serve eviction notices electronically, making it easier to notify tenants. This modernized approach seeks to reduce delays and improve communication between landlords and tenants, while maintaining legal protections for both parties.