Summer brings longer days, warmer weather, and changes in how we live at home. Residential landlords in Orange County may also see a predictable upswing in certain problems: noise and nuisance complaints, unauthorized guests, and questions about cooling systems. Anthony Burton helps those renting residential real estate facing conflicts with…
Security deposits, like many aspects of renting residential property, are heavily regulated in California. California statutes state what you should do, when, and how. You could play fast and loose with the rules and skirt around the edges. But if you get into this bad habit, chances are good that…
Renting residential rental property can be a wise investment. It may generate consistent cash flow, long-term equity, and some tax advantages. But as with any business, it comes with risks, especially potential legal and financial liabilities. Whether you own a single rental home or have multiple units, forming a Limited…
You can evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent, whether they’re willing and able to pay what you’re owed or not. Tenant advocates complain this makes rental assistance programs less effective because there’s no point in coming up with back rent if it won’t be accepted. But landlords need the…
April isn’t just a time when Spring goes into full swing. It’s a time when the state government adds to your “to do” and “not to do” lists. Here are the latest requirements and prohibitions for California landlords. Prohibited Fees Starting April 1, tenants can’t be required to pay you…
Fact or fantasy? An artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm can do a better job of picking tenants than you can. A recent lawsuit shows that AI screening tools need a lot of improvement. Blindly following their suggestions may not only result in you missing out on a perfectly good tenant, but…
Klosed Properties of New York has a tenant that no landlord would want. Thanks to New York law, he can stay in what Klosed plans to be a 52-unit apartment building (it operated as an illegal hotel before Klosed bought it for $15.5 million in 2021) in Manhattan. Sixty-four-year-old Eric…
You don’t often see landlords sentenced to that kind of jail time for crimes related to their business, but this story is proof it can happen. Fifty-nine-year-old David Merryman may not walk away from the federal prison system until he’s 76, assuming he lives that long. Landlord Accused of a…
Property titles differ. With each comes rights and responsibilities. Which one is right for you and your family depends on your goals and the challenges you face. Explore your options if you’re buying property or think a change might benefit your current property. What is Real Estate? It’s land and…
MV Realty, a Florida-based real estate brokerage, no longer does business in California and other states after allegations of fraud and illegal tactics. The company filed for bankruptcy last year and faces legal actions nationwide. The company promised cash in exchange for an agreement that homeowners would use their services…
