Stay compliant with California rental laws, tenant rights, and landlord regulations. Expert guidance on AB 1482, security deposits, evictions, and more.
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AB 1482 caps annual rent increases at 5% plus inflation for most California rentals. Learn if your property is exempt, how to calculate the cap, and avoid costly penalties.
California limits security deposits to 2x monthly rent (3x for furnished). Learn the 21-day return rule, allowable deductions, and documentation requirements.
California evictions require just cause under AB 1482. Learn the complete process from notice to court judgment, including timelines, costs, and common mistakes to avoid.
California landlords must provide 17+ mandatory disclosures before tenants move in. Learn what to disclose, when, and avoid penalties up to $2,500 per violation.
California expands federal fair housing protections to include source of income, gender identity, sexual orientation, and more. Learn compliance requirements for Placer County landlords.
California mandates specific lease clauses while prohibiting others. Learn what must be included, what is forbidden, and best practices for legally compliant leases.
California limits rent increases to 5% plus CPI (max 10%) annually under AB 1482. Learn notice requirements, exempt properties, and avoid violations.
California law requires all rentals meet minimum habitability standards including heat, water, weatherproofing, and sanitation. Learn your obligations and tenant remedies.
California tenants have strong legal protections including privacy rights, right to repairs, retaliation protection, and quiet enjoyment. Learn what landlords must respect.
California has no statutory late fee cap, but fees must be reasonable. Learn typical 5% or $50 limits, grace period requirements, and enforceable late fee policies.
California requires specific notice types and timelines for terminating tenancies. Learn 3-day, 30-day, 60-day notices, just cause requirements, and proper service.
California requires landlords to provide mold disclosure information to all tenants. Learn disclosure requirements, remediation responsibilities, and how to protect your property.
California requires landlords to provide 24-hour notice before entering rental properties except in emergencies. Learn permitted entry reasons, proper notice, and tenant rights.
California landlords must accept Section 8 vouchers under SB 329 source of income protections. Learn HUD inspections, payment process, rent limits, and benefits.
AB 1482 requires just cause to evict tenants in most California rentals. Learn the 10 at-fault and 5 no-fault reasons, relocation assistance, and exemptions.
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