When you own commercial apartment or home rentals, you are responsible for following state, local and federal laws for tenant screening. Failure to do so can result in an expensive lawsuit.  These are the key regulations for fair tenant screening in Los Angeles.  Discriminatory questions  In a rental application, you may ask a tenant to […]

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In California, tenants and landlords across the board must have a working relationship. It is important for both parties to coexist in peace. Unfortunately, as humans, disputes are an inevitable part of life. But because you have a dispute with a tenant, that does not mean you must take it to court right away. Today […]

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In recent weeks, many people across the U.S. have lost their jobs. This often results in financial strain, such as the inability to pay bills, including rent. As a landlord, there are a host of factors to take into consideration when it comes to back rent, especially if a dispute with your tenant surfaces. It […]

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If you have a brilliant idea for a product or service, you are probably itching to get it to consumers. After all, running a business is a good way to achieve the American dream. If starting a business venture on your own seems out of reach, forming a successful partnership may be the solution.  One […]

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When your partnership or investment firm decides to dive into the commercial real estate market, it is essential to understand that not all types of commercial properties are strong investment prospects. Each individual property has its own unique advantages and challenges, but some kinds of commercial real estate generally make better targets for investors.  While […]

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Most everybody in the real estate business is familiar with real estate investment trusts. If you are considering opening your venture to a wider selection of investors or minimizing tax impact on investment profits, this could be a good way to organize. However, there are requirements you would have to meet and considerations you should […]

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A new law took effect in California on January first, which affects how much landlords are able to increase rent. The Housing Rights Center held a meeting recently to discuss the new housing and rent policies.  While the meeting focused largely on the new tenant protections, there are important takeaways for landlords to be aware of.  […]

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As the owner of rental property, you likely require each new tenant to post a security deposit before they move in. Under normal circumstances, you likely then return this amount to him or her when (s)he moves out at the end of the lease or other rental term. Sometimes, however, you may need to keep […]

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Starting a business is a huge undertaking. You have to wear many hats and cover a variety of business details to get things off the ground. Even if you feel as if you have everything in order, there are always unexpected issues that can come up. When a problem happens, it can delay your ability […]

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As a residential property owner in Los Angeles, your hope is that you will be able to maintain a good relationship with all of your tenants. Doing so ensures that you maintain a strong reputation (which can then also help guarantee that there will rarely be a shortage of demand for your properties). Yet despite […]

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