As you consider prospective renters in 2021, remember that your applicant screening fee can only cover the expenses you incur in the process.
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The California Apartment Association is urging its members to review their tenant-screening procedures, an exercise that could help them avoid costly litigation. CAA’s recommendation comes amid reports that consumer attorneys…
The California Apartment Association last week submitted comments to the Fair Employment and Housing Council, which is considering a new round of fair housing regulations. The Fair Employment and Housing…
The Concord City Council on Tuesday approved sweeping changes to its rental housing laws, including the rolling back of the city’s rent mediation program and new requirements surrounding fixed-term leases…
As you consider prospective renters in 2020, remember that your applicant screening fee can only cover the expenses you incur in the process. This includes the actual money spent gathering…
Oakland’s new ban on criminal background checks during tenant screening has prompted the California Apartment Association to explore its legislative and legal options for providing liability protection to landlords. Under…
With the spread of “just cause” eviction requirements throughout the state, it has become increasingly important for landlords to develop and consistently apply appropriate screening criteria to potential tenants. Those…
The California Apartment Association has issued a background paper and will hold a seminar to help rental housing owners in San Diego comply with a Section 8-related ordinance taking effect…
Legislation proposed in the state Assembly would regulate the timing of criminal background checks during the tenant-application process and limit the use of criminal records in denying applications. AB 53…
More than 100 rental housing providers crowded El Cerrito’s City Council chambers this week to oppose a trio of policy proposals that threaten their investments. The California Apartment Association mobilized…