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In the city of Long Beach, planning a major renovation project is no longer enough to terminate a tenancy. Now, city landlords must also have a permit in-hand before proceeding with this type of eviction — a requirement that could delay remodeling projects. The city of Los Angeles also is pursuing this type of ordinance. Under AB 1482, the newly imposed statewide rent cap and “just cause” eviction law, landlords can file no-fault evictions for a few select reasons, including to perform substantial renovations to their properties.

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The California Apartment Association is now accepting applications to serve on its 2020 committees and subcommittees. If you have an interest in applying for membership on a committee, you are invited to: 1. Read the committee and subcommittee descriptions to determine what involvement would best align with your area or areas of expertise. 2. Then, complete the committee application and submit it by close of business on Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, so that committee assignments can be made in a timely manner. 2020 CAA committees and subcommittees descriptions 2020 CAA committees and subcommittees application Thank you in advance for your… Read More

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To help members comply with AB 1482 and other new laws taking effect this year, the California Apartment Association has created a set of new forms and has updated all existing forms and instruction sheets. In light of these updates, members should not use forms from previous years. For a list of forms that underwent substantial changes, see CAA’s Forms Change Chart for 2020. Many of the major revisions to CAA forms came in preparation for AB 1482, California’s new statewide rent cap and just-cause for eviction law. For example, CAA has completely revamped its rental agreements. These documents incorporate… Read More

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Despite staunch opposition from the California Apartment Association, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a permanent rent control ordinance for unincorporated areas of the county. The approval came on a 4-1 vote with Supervisor Kathryn Barger dissenting. Tuesday’s decision followed two years of hearings, meetings and public testimony from CAA about the drawbacks of local rent control ordinances.

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Learn about the benefits of a budget and development including resources needed, types of budgets, software and templates. You will also learn the difference between operating and capital expenses, how to evaluate a general ledger, how to calculate vacancy and rent losses, read a profit and loss statement, create ancillary income and more. This class is a part of the larger 9-class property management series (dates/ prices below), but can also be taken individually Individual Course Price: $89 member, $119 non-member Full Series Price: $699 member, $999 non-member Cancellation Policy: 5 business days in advance for Full CCRM Series tuition… Read More

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Maintain property value and retain residents by efficiently turning a unit, inspecting the property, completing repairs and identifying and avoiding potential liability. OSHA policies, identifying and avoiding potential liabilities, handling emergencies and record keeping will be covered. Tips on ordering supplies, inventory control, bidding for products and services and quality customer service are included. This class is a part of the larger 9-class property management series (dates/ prices below), but can also be taken individually Individual Course Price: $89 member, $119 non-member Full Series Price: $699 member, $999 non-member Cancellation Policy: 5 business days in advance for Full CCRM Series… Read More

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Successfully interact with people and learn how to handle residents’ requests and special issues for the disabled on-site. Terminating tenancy, identifying normal wear and tear as opposed to damages, and dealing with security deposits will be reviewed in addition to recognizing how an agreement can be terminated and understanding the eviction process. This class is a part of the larger 9-class property management series (dates/ prices below), but can also be taken individually Individual Course Price: $89 member, $119 non-member Full Series Price: $699 member, $999 non-member Cancellation Policy: 5 business days in advance for Full CCRM Series tuition refund… Read More

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Building a team, setting goals and maximizing employee performance are all professional skills that supervisors must possess. Learn about employment practices such as screening and hiring, the interview process and selecting vendors and contractors. This course will allow you to understand the importance of documentation and organizing operational, fiscal and historical records, as well as being able to recognize the potential for theft and fraud. This class is a part of the larger 9-class property management series (dates/ prices below), but can also be taken individually Individual Course Price: $89 member, $119 non-member Full Series Price: $699 member, $999 non-member… Read More

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On the first of next month, a young family is moving into your apartment community. The new residents are scrambling to prepare: They’ve rented a moving van, arranged to turn off the cable and have begun boxing up their family treasures. When move-in day arrives, they’ll be ready. Make sure you and your team will be ready, too, by taking The Move in Process, Rent Collections, and Notices. This class is a part of the larger 9-class property management series (dates/ prices below), but can also be taken individually Individual Course Price: $89 member, $119 non-member Full Series Price: $699… Read More

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In California, demand for qualified rental housing professionals has reached an all-time high. The industry’s elite have obtained credentials as California Certified Residential Manager (CCRM). Don’t be left out. Available exclusively from the California Apartment Association, the CCRM program is the gold standard in property management education. Besides comprehensive property management training, the CCRM series instills best practices to run top-notch rental communities and teaches compliance with California’s unique laws and regulations. Individual Course Price: $89 member, $119 non-member Full Series Price: $699 member, $999 non-member (includes all 9 CCRM modules and final exam) Cancellation Policy: 5 business days in… Read More

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