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Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities

American Apartment Owners Association

A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Privacy Both landlords and tenants have the right to privacy.

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The FTC Lawsuit Against Invitation Homes: What It Means for Property Managers

BetterWho

This isn’t just another regulatory issue; it sets new expectations for transparency, tenant relations, and operational fairness. If you’re a property manager, this lawsuit serves as a stark reminder of the growing scrutiny on how property management companies handle tenants and fees.

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Legal Overview of Quiet Title Claims in California for Investment Owners and Deed of Trust Holders – Methodology for Establishing Clear Title in Court

American Apartment Owners Association

Clouds on title or mistakes on title can also impact an owners ability to evict a tenant- the tenant may claim invalid title as an affirmative defense to an unlawful detainer lawsuit- that is the last thing you want when you are trying to evict a tenant. The law provides a remedy for fixing title problems.

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Suit Charges Large Private-Equity Landlords with Discrimination

Rental Housing Journal

The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana (FHCCI) and an Indianapolis resident have filed a class action complaint against two private equity landlords Progress Residential and Tricon Residential , alleging discrimination in tenant-screening policies, according to a release.

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Secure Your Investment: Benefits of Tenant Screening Services in San Diego

McKee Properties

The Importance of Tenant Screening in San Diego McKee Properties’ tenant screenings, unique to San Diego’s rental market, offer the surety of stability and reliability, no matter the changes in the market. Beyond tenant screening, we also offer unparalleled market knowledge and strategic property marketing.

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New California Commercial Lease Requirements – SB 1103

Esquire Property Management Group

This new law mandates that landlords and their representatives—across all commercial sectors, including office, industrial, and retail—adapt their leasing practices when engaging with a newly classified category of tenants known as “qualified commercial tenants.”

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HUD Bans Using Arrest Records

Real Property Management DC Metro

In a decision that is aimed at protecting the rights of “returning citizens”, HUD is limiting the use of arrest records in tenant screening nationwide for both public and private housing. In your rental policy there should be clearly defined requirements for an applicant to be approved to live in your property. What does this mean?