Dear Property Owners, Regardless of how you feel about the recent election on a national level, we want to take a moment to reflect on the San Francisco results and what they mean for you as a landlord. The outcomes of several key ballot measures and races have the potential to shift the landscape for… Read More
Vote “No” on Prop. 33; “Yes,” on Prop. 34
September 16, 2024 by
Prop. 33 Threatens to Repeal Costa-Hawkins This is the third attempt to repeal Costa-Hawkins. Such measures failed in 2018 and 2020. Proposition 33 asks California voters to make it easier for cities and counties to limit how much a landlord can charge a tenant for rent. The ballot measure would specifically repeal a state law that… Read More
The Landlord’s Voice: Supporting Our Community Against the “Justice For Renters” Act
May 7, 2024 by
Dear San Francisco Landlords, The “Justice For Renters” Act, if passed, could have severe implications for us as landlords. This act aims to significantly restrict our ability to raise rents, enforce lease agreements, and evict tenants. While we believe in fair treatment for renters, this act goes too far, jeopardizing our ability to manage our… Read More
Call To Action: Contact Your SF Supervisors to Protect a Valuable Income Stream for SF Landlords
April 12, 2024 by
Pending Legislation Will Push the Burden of Paying for General Obligation Bonds onto Rental Property Owners You may not even notice the small Bond Passthrough amount that your tenants pay each month. Under current law, rental property owners receive a 50% passthrough rate for increases on their property tax bill related to voter-approved General Obligation… Read More