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The Problem Join renowned eviction attorney Dennis P. Block as he shares practical strategies for handling problem tenants, recovering past-due rent, and navigating California's complex landlord-tenant laws. Drawing on decades of experience in eviction law and rent control, Dennis will provide valuable legal insights to help rental property owners protect their rights and avoid costly mistake...

The Problem As costs rise and rental income remains largely stagnant, property taxes are one area where owners may be able to reduce expenses. Many Los Angeles-area apartment owners may be overpaying property taxes without realizing it, and Wes Nichols will provide a practical overview of the appeal process and how current market conditions can affect your assessment. What You'll Learn How a...

The Problem Landlords face countless challenges when managing tenant issues, and failing to address problems promptly and properly can lead to wasted time, financial losses, and even legal disputes. Join multifamily industry expert Patti Widget, AAGLA Operations Advisor and founder of Widget’s Way, for practical strategies to prevent common issues, navigate challenging situations, and successfully...

The Problem SoCalGas is offering a free Multifamily Energy Savings Program designed to help multifamily property owners and operators improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and stay California code compliant. Through the program, AutoHot will provide and install a Temperature Modulation Controller on qualifying boiler or central water heating systems serving three or more units, at no cost for e...

With 2026 now coming to a close, it is time again to take proactive steps to secure your financial future and maximize tax savings. Join us for an insightful tax discussion led by Tony Watson, a seasoned tax advisor from Robert Hall & Associates. Tony will take us on a “deep-dive” into key strategies and actionable maneuvering you can make before year-end to help you best navigate available ta...

Patti 'Widget' leads a discussion and a “deep dive” into the world of lease agreements. Learn about the important, common provisions you should have in your lease agreements and make sure you do not leave out important addenda. Make sure you follow the law and are receiving the maximum protections legally available to you. What You'll Learn “Ins” or “outs” of your lease?. What’s leg...

Attorney and landlord advocate Mike Brennan of the Brennan Law Firm joins us once again to discuss the latest legal and regulatory developments and the strategies you need to know to survive. Be sure to come well “armed” with your questions and get ready for what will be the most informative legal update and “Q&A” session you have had all year. What You'll Learn Habitability, harassment a...

The Industry Pulse is a briefing on the policies shaping rental housing across California.  Presented by SNS Law Group, providing insight for California housing providers navigating today’s evolving regulatory environment. California housing providers continue to face shifting regulatory pressures at the state and local levels. This Industry Pulse covers California’s aggressive housing enforcement...

A tenant buyout agreement, often called “cash for keys,” may provide a practical alternative when a rental housing provider needs to recover a unit. But a successful agreement requires more than offering money. The timing, approach, communication, proposed amount, and written terms can all influence whether the negotiation moves forward or falls apart. During this discussion, tenant buyout attorne...

A discussion about lease violations, unauthorized occupants, cleanliness, nuisance conditions, Airbnb use, nonpayment, and professional tenants. Lease enforcement and evictions must follow strict legal steps: serving a written notice, filing a court case, and executing a sheriff lockout. Landlords cannot use self-help methods like changing locks, and tenants have the right to a formal legal proces...

The Problem: Recovering past-due rent requires fast action, clear documentation, and compliance with state and local notice requirements. Join us to learn legal strategies for addressing problem tenants, from nonpayment of rent and criminal activity to unauthorized subleasing such as Airbnb, while understanding the steps involved in pursuing unpaid balances. What You'll Learn: Lease Enforceme...

The Industry Pulse is a briefing on the policies shaping rental housing across California.  Presented by SNS Law Group, providing insight for California housing providers navigating today’s evolving regulatory environment. California rental housing providers are seeing a mix of legislative victories, local regulatory threats, and uneven market conditions. This Industry Pulse covers stalled state b...

Join tax advisor Tony Watson of Robert Hall & Associates for a practical discussion on tax planning strategies that can help rental property owners reduce tax liability, avoid costly mistakes, and build long-term wealth. Whether you own a single property or a growing portfolio, this session will cover key organizational practices, recordkeeping tips, and proactive tax strategies to help you ma...

The Industry Pulse is a briefing on the policies shaping rental housing across California.  Presented by DLP Government Relations and SNS Law Group, providing insight for California housing providers navigating today’s evolving regulatory environment. Advocacy slowed Sacramento—but local pressure is rising statewide. This month's Industry Pulse covers the stalled rent-cap bill, LA and Bay Are...

California landlords must comply with strict notice requirements for matters such as property entry, rent increases, and lease terminations, and mistakes can result in costly delays and legal exposure. They are also required to address habitability and maintenance issues within a reasonable timeframe, with emergencies often requiring immediate action. Understanding these notice and repair obligati...

Many Los Angeles-area apartment owners are overpaying property taxes without realizing it.  Wes Nichols provides a practical overview of the appeal process and what current market conditions mean for your assessment. What You'll Learn How to determine whether your apartment property is eligible for a property tax appeal.  How the rising cap rates, increasing concessions, and stalled rent grow...

California's housing regulations are among the most complex in the nation — and for self-managing property owners, the stakes couldn't be higher. Rent caps, just-cause eviction rules, tenant protections, and habitability standards leave little room for error. Missteps — even unintentional ones — can trigger lawsuits, fines, and serious legal liability. Discussion topics to include: Calif...

The Industry Pulse is a briefing on the policies shaping rental housing across California.  Episode 3:  A Temporary Reprieve? California Housing Policy Hits Pause as Local Rules Advance Presented by DLP Government Relations and SNS Law Group, providing insight for California housing providers navigating today’s evolving regulatory environment. California rental housing providers are navigating a w...

Surviving California’s complex property management regulatory compliance environment requires strict adherence to, among other things, statewide rent caps, complicated just-cause eviction rules and tenant protections, and habitability standards (e.g., pests, mold, leaks, etc.). Self-managing rental housing under California’s complex legal environment and regulations may be challenging at best for...

The Industry Pulse is a briefing on the policies shaping rental housing across California.  Episode 2:  Regulation Expands as Investors Reposition Presented by DLP Government Relations and SNS Law Group, providing insight for California housing providers navigating today’s evolving regulatory environment. State policy proposals, local rent restrictions, and evolving real estate trends are redefini...

During this webinar, we will discuss the new, County of Los Angeles 82-degree Fahrenheit indoor cooling mandate, and what you need to do to prepare your building for handling the added electrical load requirements. But this new mandate does not just impact unincorporated parts of Los Angeles County, but the City of Los Angeles and even the State of California are now considering imposing similar m...

Patti Widget Joins Us to Give an Update on the CA Tenant Protection Act (A.B. 1482) The Tenant Protection Act of 2019 (“TPA”), also known as Assembly Bill 1482, is the state law that imposes both Rent Control and Just Cause Eviction protections absent a local ordinance that provides these protections. The TPA imposes annual limitations on rent increases, the payment of relocation fees, and just-ca...

The Industry Pulse is a briefing on the policies shaping rental housing across California.  Episode 1:  California Rental Housing Update Presented by DLP Government Relations and by SNS Law Group, providing insight for California housing providers navigating today’s evolving regulatory environment. Santa Barbara rent freeze, Anaheim rent control ballot, LA rent control (RSO) changes, and 2026 land...

Don’t make mistakes that some landlords have made and avoid the costly pitfalls of the eviction process. Be sure to join us for this important webinar to learn the rules to make sure your eviction case goes in the right direction and that you avoid unnecessary costs and lost time. Learn the legal maneuvering and strategy you can deploy to avoid problems in an already stressful and costly process J...

Over the past several years, we have experienced carriers pulling out from California’s home and property insurance market due to wildfires and soaring construction costs. Many property owners find that insurers have stopped writing new policies in California, the nation’s most populous state. To offset losses, many carriers have applied for double-digit rate increases. DISCUSSION TOPICS INCLUDE:...