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Rent Control 101: Understanding the Basics

American Apartment Owners Association

In 2019, both California and Oregon signed statewide rent control laws. As of 2019, only Oregon and California have passed statewide rent control laws. A rent-controlled apartment is extremely attractive to tenants. AAOA recommends you consult with an attorney familiar with current federal, state and local laws.

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FTC, Colorado Sue Greystar For Deceiving Tenants On Rent Prices

Rental Housing Journal

Greystar advertises its available apartments widely. Greystar knows that price is the most important factor for the majority of consumers searching for an apartment, and the rental price is a key aspect of Greystars apartment listings. Despite this, Greystar consistently omits various mandatory fees from the advertised price.

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Landlord Ordered to Pay $80,000 Over Threat to Call ICE On Tenants

Rental Housing Journal

An Illinois court has ordered a landlord to pay more than $80,000 for threatening to call immigration authorities (ICE) on a tenant couple who rented an apartment from him in 2020, according to reports. According to the lawsuit, the tenant family rented a basement apartment from Contreras and his wife beginning in 2017.