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Q&A: What steps can I take if my tenant is smoking in their unit and my lease prohibits smoking?

It is not uncommon for second-hand smoke coming from a rental unit to bother neighbors, particularly those with minor children. Also,...

R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Mediation Civility

Old sins cast long shadows. This idiom is true for Agatha Christie’s Monsieur Hercule Poirot and for counsel in mediation. Picture it…a...

Q&A: Is Texting or Emailing a Tenant Legally Binding?

Remember the fax machine? It was an innovative marvel of communication when it came out. Fast forward 50 years, and it is all but...

San Francisco Rental Unit Registration Begins

The San Francisco Housing Inventory Reporting Ordinance will require owners to report information on the current use of all residential...

Q&A : COVID-19 and Landlord Responsibility

Q: How can I prepare for the possibility of a tenant testing positive for COVID-19 in my building? Is it my responsibility to inform the...

Oakland’s Fair Chance Ordinance

Citing statistics showing that 73% of the local homeless population was formerly incarcerated, the Oakland City Council passed the “Fair...

Reviewing the 2020 Election Results

A look into statewide ballot initiatives and local measures and how the results will impact landlords and property owners. Statewide...

Landlord P's & Q's

Basic landlord etiquette is one of the most effective ways to avoid big problems. Why should landlords practice good etiquette?

Q&A Regarding Property Damage

The landlord should not delay in undertaking repairs to the unit, regardless of who is responsible.

A Time to Plan, Not Panic

Estate planning can give one peace of mind about an uncertain future.

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