Posts by ojohnbaptiste@aacsc.org
2025 Fair Market Rents (FMR) and Notice Requirements in Los Angeles
2025 Fair Market Rents (FMR) and Notice Requirements in Los Angeles The City of Los Angeles has released the Fair Market Rents (FMR) for 2025. Understanding these updated rental figures is crucial for landlords, tenants, and property managers, as they impact rent adjustments and compliance with city regulations. Alongside these figures, it’s important to adhere…
Read MoreLos Angeles County Approves Tenant Protections for Wildfire Victims
Los Angeles County Approves Tenant Protections for Wildfire Victims March 11, 2025 Los Angeles County Approves Tenant Protections for Wildfire Victims In response to the devastating January wildfires, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved new tenant protections aimed at preventing displacement and financial hardship for affected residents. This resolution extends eviction…
Read MoreRecap of Patti Widget’s Presentation: February General Membership Meeting
Recap of Patti Widget’s Presentation: February General Membership Meeting February 28, 2025 On Thursday, February 27th, Patti Widget, a seasoned expert in property management and landlord-tenant laws, presented an insightful and dynamic discussion on the latest legislative changes affecting housing providers. Her session covered crucial topics such as new legal requirements for tenant selection, the…
Read MoreInstructions for Completing the Rent Reporting Option Notice
Instructions for Completing the Rent Reporting Option Notice The F56A – Notice of Positive Rental Payment Reporting Option form is used to inform tenants of their right to have their on-time rent payments reported to nationwide consumer reporting agencies (e.g., Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). Under California Civil Code Section 1954.07, this reporting can help tenants build…
Read MoreUnderstanding AB2747 and SB924: Requirement to Report Positive Rental Payments
Understanding AB2747 and SB924: Requirement to Report Positive Rental Payments New California laws, AB2747 and SB924, require landlords to offer reporting of tenants’ positive rental payment history to at least one nationwide credit reporting agency. This post breaks down the requirements, deadlines, exemptions, and other important details to help property owners understand how to comply.…
Read More2023-2024 Maximum Rent Increases – (AB1482)
2024-2025 Maximum Rent Increases – (Tenant Protection Act of 2019) Starting August 1, 2024, and lasting until July 31, 2025, the rent increase limits set by AB 1482 (The California Tenant Protection Act) will apply to properties covered by the law. The maximum rent increase is calculated by adding 5% to the local Consumer Price…
Read MoreProposition 33: What California Rental Property Owners Need to Know
Proposition 33: What California Rental Property Owners Need to Know Justice for Renters’ going to state voters as Proposition 33 Proposition 33, set to appear on the Nov. 5 statewide ballot, has the potential to reshape the rental housing landscape in California, particularly in urban areas like Los Angeles. This proposal, known as the “Justice…
Read MoreCPI Data for AB 1482 Rent Caps Announced for Major California Metros
CPI Data for AB 1482 Rent Caps Announced for Major California Metros The Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures for four metropolitan areas in California—Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego, and San Francisco—set the maximum allowable rent increases for units subject to AB 1482 rent caps in 10 counties across the state, effective on or after August…
Read More2024 Legislative Recap
2024 Legislative Recap SB 567 – Updates to Tenant Protection Act of 2019 Senate Bill 567, signed into law by Governor Newsom and authored by Senator Maria Elena Durazo, D-Los Angeles, is scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2024. This legislation amends eviction procedures outlined in AB 1482, specifically targeting no-fault evictions due to…
Read MoreLos Angeles County Moratorium Ending & New Los Angeles City Regulations
Los Angeles County Moratorium Ending & New Los Angeles City Regulations Los Angeles County On March 21, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors held a prolonged public debate and ultimately decided against endorsing a resolution that would have prevented landlords from evicting tenants without just cause. As a result, most of the County’s tenant emergency…
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