California landlords must navigate a complex web of state laws, local ordinances, and fair housing rules when screening prospective tenants.
This webinar will cover key requirements and frequently asked questions about the screening process, including:
- Changes to the screening fee law effective January 1, 2025 that require landlords to implement certain application handling policies if charging a screening fee
- Maximum screening fee amounts and receipt requirements
- Importance of written screening criteria and policies*
- Rental application and screening fee procedures
- Requirements that apply when using credit, eviction, and background reports
- Verifying application information
- Issuing acceptance, conditional approval, and denial notices
- Fair housing considerations
*Please note that while this course will touch on the general importance of having screening criteria, it will not cover the topic of developing such criteria.
Speakers:
Monica Deka, Compliance and Legislative Counsel, California Apartment Association
Heidi Palutke, Education, Policy and Compliance Counsel, California Apartment Association
Live Webinar Cost: $45 Member or $85 Non-Member
Live & On-Demand Webinar Cost: $55 Member or $95 Non-Member
Estimated Course Length: 1 Hr.
Qualifies for 1 Unit CCRM Continuing Education Credit
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