State and federal fair housing laws prohibit discrimination against families with children under 18. In addition to prohibiting an outright denial of housing to families with children, fair housing laws…
Fair Housing
Property Owners and Managers of California face some of the most complex laws, rules and regulations in the multi-family housing industry. Many of these laws protect both the owner and renter, but understanding the complexity of the laws how they apply to your specific property needs and how to best apply them requires a solid educational base.
Some of these laws are Federal and apply to all owners and property managers across the country, some laws are mandated by the State and apply only in California and other laws (county or city) can apply to your specific location within the State. CAA University offers a variety of classes that cover laws, rules and regulations that are mandated at the Federal, State, and Local levels.
Updated for 2022, the California Certified Residential Manager (CCRM) Property Management series of courses provide comprehensive training specific to the laws and regulations of California. When you complete the CCRM…
Addressing the Needs of Aging Tenants
On-Demand Class
The number of residents 60 years of age or older has increased over the past decade. When renting to seniors, managers must confront common problems affecting the elderly, such as…
California’s Domestic Violence Law Webinar
On-Demand Class
California law provides significant protections to residents of rental property who are victims of domestic violence or other violent crimes. The legislature has determined that victims of domestic violence should…
Developing Screening Criteria
On-Demand Class
Developing appropriate screening criteria is critical for all rental housing providers. A rental housing provider who establishes appropriate screening criteria should find, more often than not, that they end up…
Fair Housing: It’s the Law
On-Demand Class
With discrimination complaints, undercover investigations and penalties on the rise, it is imperative to abide by federal, state and local laws regarding Fair Housing. With this course, Fair Housing: It’s…
Fair Housing: Questions Answered
On-Demand Class
Real Life Examples & Explanations from Experienced Attorneys If you’ve ever asked any of the questions below our Fair Housing: Questions Answered could help guide you out of stress and into…
Navigating through the “Doobie-ous” World of Marijuana and Smoking Policies for Landlords Webinar
On-Demand Class
California has long led the way in adopting strong smoke free laws and in legalizing recreational and medicinal marijuana. This webinar will provide guidance to landlords on navigating through the…
Playing by the Rules: Fair Housing Laws and Children’s Rules
On-Demand Class
State and federal fair housing laws prohibit discrimination against families with children under 18. In addition to prohibiting an outright denial of housing to families with children, fair housing laws…
Professional Skills for Supervisors
On-Demand Class
When a star employee gets promoted to a supervisory position, it’s exhilarating – but it can be intimidating, too. The newly minted supervisor has a great career opportunity, but without…
The class starts with an overview of how to market your unit, maintain your online reputation and write advertisement that comply with fair housing laws. You’ll learn leasing procedures and…
Renting to Residents with Limited English Proficiency (LEP)
On-Demand Class
What legal obligations do you have to non-English speaking prospects and residents? Given that nearly 45% of Californians do not speak English at home, many language assistance practices are simply…
Service and Support Animals Webinar – 2022 Update
On-Demand Class
This rebroadcast has been updated to include information about the new California law regulating providers of emotional support dogs or ESA tags, certificates and harnesses. This law also requires licensed…
Unconscious Bias & Fair Housing Webinar
On-Demand Class
Research shows that we all harbor unconscious biases which can impact the decisions we make in rental housing, including how we respond to disability accommodation requests. Our unconscious choices can…