A written rental agreement is the foundation of the relationship between the landlord and resident. It specifies the rights and responsibilities of both parties and includes specific information and disclosures required by law.
CAA offers a number of different rental agreements suitable for use in California: a month-to-month agreement, fixed term lease, renewal agreements, and Spanish language agreements.
On-Demand Class
This webinar provides a paragraph-by-paragraph explanation of the entire CAA Rental/Lease Agreement. The Rental/Lease Agreement is at the heart of the landlord-tenant relationship, so it is crucial that you understand…
On-Demand Class
Beginning and Maintaining the Tenancy: Rental Agreements, Moving In, Changing Terms, Raising Rent, and Entering the Unit Make sure you are ready for move-in day. This class will cover the…
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CCRM Final Exam – available after completion of all nine property management courses. Cost: $59 Member or $99 Non-Member * This exam is a California Certified Residential Manager (CCRM) Certificate…
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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…
On-Demand Class
The first step in terminating a tenancy is drafting a legally appropriate termination notice. Eviction cases are often lost because the landlord served an incorrect eviction notice, did not provide…
Did you know that before 1996, it was legal for cities in California to control how much a vacant rental unit could be listed for? That, and more, changed with…
On-Demand Class
One of the most asked questions on CAA’s Helpline is “Which Addenda Do I Need?” It’s a simple enough question, but there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Determining which addenda are…
The CAA Rental/Lease Agreement is at the center of the landlord-tenant relationship, making it essential for housing providers to understand how each provision works and how recent updates affect day-to-day…
Question: I bought a property with a tenant and fixed-term lease already in place. Should I send them a new agreement to sign with me listed as the landlord?
CAA is hosting a timely webinar, “Which Addenda Do I Need?”, at 10 a.m. Feb. 13, 2024. This one-hour session, led by CAA staff attorneys Monica Deka and Heidi Palutke,…
Question: I had prospective tenants sign a one-year fixed-term lease and pay the security deposit. The lease doesn’t start for another two weeks. They just called stating that they are…
To help rental housing professionals prepare for the new year, the California Apartment Association has updated its rental forms and instruction sheets. The most significant change for 2022 is a…
A three-year collaboration between scientists, property managers, nonprofits, and government agencies has produced a new suite of integrated pest management (IPM) resources for multi-unit housing. Dr. Geiger will cover the…
The LA Eviction & Rent Control Series Bundle Package provides a two-part overview of the key regulations governing residential rental housing in the City of Los Angeles. This series covers…
The City of Los Angeles’ Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) regulates rent increases, registration obligations, and related requirements for many rental units in the city. This webinar examines the RSO’s rent…
California Certified Residential Manager Training
The demand for qualified rental housing professionals in California is at an all-time high. Get certified with our CCRM Property Management series!
