On Jan. 1, 2018, numerous laws relevant to the rental housing industry took effect in California. In the paragraphs below, we summarize the most significant of these laws for the rental property owners. 1) IMMIGRATION STATUS Targeting discrimination: Under AB 291, dubbed the Immigrant Tenant Protection Act, a landlord could face civil penalties if he… Read More
Four New Laws Landlords Need to Know for 2018
February 19, 2018 by Natalie Drees
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Renter Regrets and Landlord Solutions
October 19, 2017 by Natalie Drees
Dear Landlords: Understanding what matters most to tenants will ensure you have content tenants, who will not move immediately following their initial lease term and pay the maximum rent your unit warrants. This will cut down vacancy times and turn over costs, which will add to your bottom line. Sometimes investing in a building and… Read More
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San Francisco Fire Ordinance Updates
September 19, 2017 by Natalie Drees
Supervisor Tang’s disclosure ordinance has been revised from its onerous requirements, which were put into effect this year. The new ordinance is an abbreviated version of the old one and requires that owners comply by January 1, 2018. The new requirements are as follows: Owners of buildings with three or more dwelling units are required… Read More
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New Bed Bug Notification Laws
July 12, 2017 by Natalie Drees
As you may have heard, there is a new state law for bed bugs (Civil Code Sec. 1954.603) that requires giving notice to both new and existing tenants. Prospective tenants must be given the notice by this July 1, and existing tenants must be given the notice by January 2018. While the bed bug addendum… Read More
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Break-Ins Are on the Rise: Why and How You Can Keep Your Building Safe
July 15, 2015 by Natalie Drees
Break-ins both home and auto are on the rise. I have been in this business for 13 years and had one break in in my career, until last year. Since then, it seems almost monthly I hear of an incident from a tenant or client about some crime on their property. Some things I’ve experienced… Read More
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No on Prop. G
September 11, 2014 by Natalie Drees
With election day around the corner, politicians are finalizing legislation for the ballot. One proposition that affects real estate investors is Prop G. Prop. G imposes a 14 – 24% tax on residential properties with 2 – 30 units, including single-family homes with in-law units, if they are sold within five years of ownership. The tax… Read More
Archived Newsletters
March 21, 2012 by Natalie Drees
Our monthly newsletters include timely articles and helpful tips for San Francisco investment property owners. Please review our past newsletters for valuable information on various topics. April 2012, Security Deposit Refunds March 2012, Rental Housing Bubble February 2012, Going Green to Save Money January 2012, 2012 San Francisco Rent Board Allowable Increases October 2011,… Read More
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