California Apartment Association

Legal Q&A: Is a license required to manage property in California?

Question: Can you tell me if someone needs any kind of certification or license to manage property in California? I want to hire someone to manage some of my smaller (less than 10 units) buildings. This person will accept rent, give out notices, handle complaints, and supervise maintenance work.

Answer: They are required to be a licensed real estate broker in order to manage property in California for a third party. An exception is for a manager who lives on-site.

Question: Am I within my legal rights to ignore oral notices and demand a written 30-day notice for a month-to-month lease termination?

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