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Supreme Court Strikes Down CDC Eviction Moratorium, Still Up to States
On August 26, 2021, the Supreme Court in a 6-3 decision upheld the District Court’s judgment to vacate the CDC’s nationwide eviction moratorium and to prevent another extension. The Court argues that the CDC has been given “broad authority to take whatever measures it deems necessary to control the spread of COVID-19, including the moratorium.” […]
Can California’s Eviction Moratorium Withstand a Due Process Challenge?
We are a year and a half into the pandemic and eviction moratorium that was supposed to only be a few months. Every time the laws are about to expire, they are extended and expanded. Once there used to be optimism that the moratorium would end the next time it was set to expire, but […]
City of L.A. Adopts Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance
On June 23, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously passed the ordinance (L.A. Mun Code 1514.33) which defines tenant harassment in several ways. Under the ordinance, the City of Los Angeles considers the following as tenant harassment: Reducing or eliminating housing services required by the lease, contract or law; including eliminating parking provided by the […]
Rent Stabilization Rules Vary Within Unincorporated Los Angeles County
Not all rent stabilization rules are the same. Multiunit Properties located the City of Los Angeles are governed by the city’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). Multiunit Properties located in unincorporated Los Angeles County have their own rent stabilization rules. There are also separate rules that apply to Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and other cities. But […]
What types of entities give me the most flexibility for a succession plan?
One of the most significant factors to consider when establishing a business entity is the flexibility it provides for a seamless succession plan. Flexibility enables real estate investors the ability to transfer ownership easily. Sole proprietorships are very flexible and easy to transfer because owners of sole proprietorships possess personal liability for any and all […]