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CAA invites multifamily housing owners, managers, tenants to Bedbugs 101 panel discussion Now that Halloween is over, let’s face it. Vampires aren’t that scary. More frightful fangs can be found in many California apartments. They belong to the elusive bedbug, an insect that makes countless tenants’ and landlords’ skin crawl.    While these wingless parasites do feed on blood at night, they’re a far cry from the immortal undead. Property owners, managers and residents can beat this bug — if they work together. To that end, the California Apartment Association will host a panel discussion called Bedbugs 101, from 3 p.m.… Read More

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Question: What are we allowed, by law, to charge a tenant as a security deposit? Answer: You are allowed to charge up to twice the amount of the monthly rent as a security deposit, so if the rent is $1,000, you can charge up to $2,000 for your deposit. If the property is furnished, you can charge three times the amount of the rent. Question: We have added a number of clauses to our Rules & Regulations Addendum and wish to have our tenants sign the new form, as well as signing the CAA addendum about mold. Answer: If you… Read More

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Question: I have a tenant who caused a fire in an apartment which resulted in a substantial amount of damage. The fire department concluded the tenant was at fault. Can he be liable for my deductible? And, can I take it out of his deposit? Answer: Yes, in fact he is responsible for all losses suffered (your insurance company may want to pursue him). Question: I have renters who recently informed me that they are moving. The lease does not end for another six months. Now what happens? Answer: The tenants are liable for the rent up to the date… Read More

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Question: Can I give a rent increase anytime during the month or just on the first day of the month? Answer: If you have a month-to-month tenancy with the tenant, you can serve a written 30-day notice (or 60-day notice if you are increasing the rent more than 10 percent within the last 12 months) to increase the rent at any time of the month. Question: We are planning on selling a rental house. The tenants said they do not want a lock box put on the front door. Can we do it anyway? Do we still have to give… Read More

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In addition to raising wineglasses, attendees at the California Apartment Association’s Beyond the Vine event raised plenty of money for political action. All told, about $100,000 poured in. Joshua Howard, executive director of CAA’s Tri-County Division, thanked participants on behalf of the CAA Tri-County Board of Advisors and Political Action Committee. “CAA members enjoyed a beautiful setting, perfect weather, fine wines, and gourmet food,” Howard said of the event, held Sept. 26 at Hakone Gardens in Saratoga. “The evening also brought together leaders from the multifamily industry and more than 20 elected officials from across Silicon Valley for spirited conversation… Read More

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Question: How long do I have to mail the tenant the itemized security deposit? Answer: You need to send an accounting for the use of the security deposit within 21 days from the date you took back possession. If you do not have all of the amounts or receipts in time, you should give the tenant an estimate and then send the final amount within 14 days after you receive the final amounts and/or receipts. Question: I have a lease with a tenant that terminates next month, and he has been given notice that the  lease is not being renewed.… Read More

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Question: If a resident dies and was on a lease, does the estate still owe rent up until someone new moves in? What about a month-to-month agreement? Obviously the person couldn’t give a 30-day notice.  Answer: Death does not terminate term lease obligations. The resident’s estate remains responsible through the end of the lease term, unless the resident’s estate relinquishes possession of the premises to the landlord, and the landlord is able to re-lease the premises to a new tenant. Month-to-month residential tenancies terminate 30 days after the last rental payment by the deceased tenant (Civil Code §1934). A 30-day… Read More

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Question: I have a prospective tenant whose company will pay his rent as a perk to his job. Who must sign the lease? Answer: It is our strong advice to have both the company and the individual sign the lease. If the employment is terminated, you would have a stranger in your unit without a signed lease. Question: If a guest causes problems or damages the property, what is my recourse? Answer: The tenant is responsible to pay for the repair of any damage caused by their guest’s negligence or intentional act. If they fail to pay a three-day notice… Read More

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With discrimination complaints, undercover investigations and penalties on the rise, it is imperative to abide by federal, state and local  laws regarding fair housing. The California Apartment Association’s webinar, “Fair Housing – It’s the Law,” gives you the knowledge you need to follow the rules. Learn about the property manager’s role in fair housing, the law as it applies to children and families, accommodating the disabled, policies and procedures, and proper leasing  and rental procedures. Like previous courses in CAA’s summer webinar series, the class will be presented in two 90-minute segments. The first half will be webcast at 1:30… Read More

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The Rental Housing Association of Sacramento Valley presents its 16th annual educational conference and trade show Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds in Sacramento. More than 1,000 industry professionals will have fun while learning, thanks to the “Game On!” theme incorporated into exhibits and programs. Industry professionals give the annual Rental Housing Expo rave reviews for combining top quality education with great entertainment. Expect the same level of enthusiasm with this year’s “Game On!” theme. Tradeshow exhibits will feature board games, sports, video games, casino gaming, and TV game shows. Training is available for every employee, from leasing… Read More

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