Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio

New Laws Impacting Landlords & Realtors in 2026: What You Need to Know for Los Angeles & California Stay ahead of the curve! This seminar breaks down crucial new laws taking effect January 1, 2026, that will significantly impact landlords, property managers, and realtors in Los Angeles and across California. We'll cover: Los Angeles RSO Updates: Changes to rent surcharges, a new CPI-based rent adjustment formula, and the elimination of extra add-ons for utilities. Tenant Rights: New requirements for appliances in rental units (AB 628) and the right to opt out of bundled internet fees (AB 1414). Security Deposit Refunds: Electronic return requirements and new rules for multiple tenants (AB 414). Eviction Protections: The "Social Security Tenant Protection Act" (AB 246) and its impact on eviction timing. AI in Real Estate: Mandatory disclosure for digitally altered or AI-generated listing images (AB 723). Smoking Disclosures: New requirements for disclosing tobacco/nicotine residue in residential transactions (AB 455). Don't miss out on this essential information to ensure compliance and protect your investments. Tune in to understand how these legislative changes will shape the real estate landscape in the coming year! #LandlordLaws #RealtorUpdates #CaliforniaRealEstate #LosAngelesRSO #PropertyManagement #RealEstateLaw #2026Laws #TenantRights #AIDisclosure #SecurityDeposits

California is quietly making it harder for landlords to sell their own homes — and most owners and agents don't even realize it. In this seminar, we break down how the Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) and local ordinances like Los Angeles' are effectively blocking or complicating the sale of tenant-occupied: Single family homes Townhomes Condominiums You'll learn: When you must have "good cause" to terminate a tenancy Why "I'm selling the property" is NOT good cause under AB 1482 Which SFRs, townhomes, and condos are actually exempt (and when they're not) The critical lease language needed for AB 1482 exemptions How older leases (pre–Nov 2020) vs newer leases (post–Nov 2020) should be handled Practical solutions for owners and brokers: Strategic rent increases Major renovations Voluntary vacate / cash-for-keys agreements We also discuss how cities like Los Angeles go even further by: Requiring good cause for all residential units Eliminating SFR/townhome/condo exemptions Forcing annual registration and fees Limiting eviction rights for new buyers If you're a landlord, property manager, or real estate broker in California, you need to understand these rules before you list, sell, or advise your clients. 👉 Watch this seminar to protect yourself, avoid illegal evictions, and structure sales the right way under current California law.

Death Blow to LA Landlords: City Hall Just Assassinated Your Cash Flow ⚰️💸 On November 12, 2025, the Los Angeles City Council quietly passed a sweeping change to how rent increases are calculated for roughly 650,000 rent-controlled apartments under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). Under the old rules, landlords could raise rents 3%–8% based on inflation (CPI), plus up to 2% more if they paid for tenants' gas and electricity. Now, City Hall has slammed on the brakes: Annual increases tied to 90% of CPI But never less than 1% and never more than 4% No more extra 1%–2% for landlords who pay utilities Hard cap: 4% max on standard annual rent increases Meanwhile, your costs are exploding: utilities, trash, city inspections, insurance, property taxes, and maintenance are all rising faster than these new rent caps. In this video, we break down: Exactly how the new ordinance works and what properties it applies to Why small "mom-and-pop" landlords are getting crushed How this will devalue properties and choke off new investment The risk of deferred maintenance and an aging rental stock Why this policy may actually hurt tenants long-term by worsening the housing shortage and driving bigger rent hikes on vacancy If you own or plan to buy rental property in Los Angeles, you cannot ignore this. 👉 Watch until the end for strategies landlords can still use to survive under these new rules. 📌 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss future updates on LA housing policy and landlord survival strategies.

Are you a California landlord charging late fees? You might be surprised to learn that many common late fee provisions are actually illegal under California law! In this essential seminar, we break down the critical legal requirements for enforcing late charges in California. We'll cover: The "Liquidated Damages" Rule: Understand why your late fees must be treated as liquidated damages, not a penalty, and how to ensure compliance with Civil Code Section 1671(d). Key Lease Language: Discover the specific wording your lease agreement must contain to make late charges legally enforceable. Learn what makes a late fee a "reasonable pre-estimate" of your costs. What NOT to Do: Avoid common pitfalls, such as including late fees in a 3-day notice to pay rent or quit, and understand how tenant payments should be applied. Eviction & Late Charges: Get clarity on whether a court will evict for a late charge and important considerations for Section 8 tenancies. Don't risk legal trouble! Watch this seminar to ensure your late fee provisions are fully compliant and enforceable.

California, the worst state to be a landlord? In this seminar, we break down why many housing providers feel under siege—and what's changing in 2025. What we cover: The last major pro-landlord law: the 1995 Costa-Hawkins Act (vacancy decontrol; no rent caps on SFRs, townhomes, condos) How sealed eviction records, local rent control, and habitability lawsuits impact owners and supply 2025 laws already enacted: AB 2347 (10 business days to respond to UD), AB 2493 (screening rules + first-qualified requirement), AB 2747 (rent payment credit reporting for 16+ units), AB 2801 (security deposit photo documentation), SB 611 ("junk fee" limits), AB 628 (stove/refrigerator required) Proposed 2025 bills: SB 436 (14-day pay-or-quit), SB 381 (late fee caps, parking bundling), SB 52 (rent-setting software limits) Why these policies discourage investment and worsen the housing shortage Subscribe for practical updates, compliance checklists, and strategies to protect your rentals in California.