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Legislative Update - January 16, 2025
Legislative Update - January 16, 2025

Imperial Beach Gives Initial Approval to Additional Just Cause ProtectionsLast night, after hours of testimony, the Imperial Beach City Council approved additional Just Cause protections on a 3-2 vote. In December, the council approved the formation of an Ad Hoc Committee that held two meetings... Continue Reading

Date posted01/16/2025


Rental Advisor Magazine - January 2025
Rental Advisor Magazine - January 2025

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Date posted01/10/2025


Legislative Update - January 9, 2025
Legislative Update - January 9, 2025

SCRHA Stands with Fire-Affected Communities, Urges Preparedness Amid Ongoing ChallengesSCRHA’s thoughts are with all those impacted by the fires in Los Angeles. The devastation is staggering and a stark reminder of the fires that have impacted other areas of Southern California in years past... Continue Reading

Date posted01/9/2025


Legislative Update - January 2, 2025
Legislative Update - January 2, 2025

Alert: CTA and BOI Reporting Requirements Remain Under InjunctionWhether or not businesses are not required to file BOI according to FinCEN remains in flux. On December 23rd, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an injunction issued by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District... Continue Reading

Date posted01/2/2025


2025 Forms Update
2025 Forms Update

Below is a list of new and updated forms that owners and managers should be aware of. These forms have been updated to reflect new laws, as well as changes to Fair Housing and other regulations. New Forms - December 2024 #160ASM: Notice of Adverse Action-Active Service Member (SB611)New... Continue Reading

Date posted12/30/2024


Legislative Update - December 19, 2024
Legislative Update - December 19, 2024

Governor Declares Statewide Bird Flu Emergency, Anti-Price Gouging Rules in effect for Rental HousingYesterday, December 18, Governor Newson proclaimed a State of Emergency to streamline the state’s response to Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as “Bird Flu.” Anti-price... Continue Reading

Date posted12/19/2024


State of Emergency Declared in Response to H5N1 (Bird Flu)
State of Emergency Declared in Response to H5N1 (Bird Flu)

On December 18, 2024, Governor Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in response to Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as "Bird Flu". Anti-price gouging rules are now in affect. Click here to learn more about the State of Emergency and current price gouging protections. Continue Reading

Date posted12/18/2024


Legislative Update - December 12, 2024
Legislative Update - December 12, 2024

Imperial Beach Tenant Protections Ad Hoc Committee MeetingsOwners and managers of rental property in the City of Imperial Beach are encouraged to attend one or both of the upcoming Ad Hoc committee outreach meetings. The committee, consisting of Mayor Aguirre and Councilmember Fisher was formed at... Continue Reading

Date posted12/12/2024


Capitol Update 
Capitol Update 

By Pat Moran, Aaron Read & Associates Session Begins: The California Legislature returned on December 3, 2024, for the start of the two-year legislative session. Joining the Legislature for the first time are 29 newly elected Senators and Assemblymembers who were sworn-in at a... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2024


Rental Advisor Magazine - December 2024
Rental Advisor Magazine - December 2024

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Date posted12/5/2024


Legislative Update - December 5, 2024
Legislative Update - December 5, 2024

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Imperial Beach to Explore Tenant ProtectionsYesterday evening (Dec. 4), the Imperial Beach City Council formed an Ad Hoc Committee to explore additional tenant protections. The discussion came about due to many long-term residents from two rental complexes repeatedly asking... Continue Reading

Date posted12/5/2024


Opinion: The Defeat of Prop 33: A Clear Message from California Voters
Opinion: The Defeat of Prop 33: A Clear Message from California Voters

On Election Day, voters overwhelmingly rejected this latest attempt to dismantle the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act – saying no to policies that would have imposed stricter rent control across the state. Continue Reading

Postedby Alan Pentico
Date posted12/1/2024