Bay Area Property Management Blog

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, April 27, 2025

Staying Compliant: What Californiaâs Latest Fair Housing Testing Results Mean for Rental Housin...

Fair housing compliance is once again in the spotlight. The California Civil Rights Department recently released findings from 2024 testing efforts in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Alarmingly, over half (54%) of the properties tested were found out of compliance with C...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, April 21, 2025

Culver City Rejects âRight to Counselâ Ordinance: What It Means for Housing Providers

In a recent decision that has drawn the attention of landlords across California, the Culver City Council voted not to adopt a proposed ordinance that would have provided legal counsel to tenants facing eviction proceedings.While tenant advocacy groups argued that such a program...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, April 13, 2025

Avoiding Bad Tenants: The Screening Process That Works

When it comes to protecting your rental property investment, few decisions are as critical as choosing the right tenants. In cities like Sacramento, Concord, and the broader East Bay region, where rental demand remains strong, it’s tempting to fill vacancies quickly—but ...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, April 6, 2025

Why the East Bay and Surrounding Areas Are Smart Choices for Rental Property Investment

With the cost of living in California continuing to rise, strategic investors are looking beyond the saturated core of San Francisco—and finding serious opportunities in the East Bay and surrounding regions. Cities like Concord, Napa, Roseville, and Sacramento are quickly...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, March 23, 2025

Proposed California Rent Freeze Faces Opposition from Property Owners

A newly proposed bill, AB 246, seeks to impose a one-year rent freeze across Los Angeles County, preventing rental housing providers from increasing rents until 2026. While the measure aims to address affordability concerns, property owners warn it could create long-term challen...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, March 16, 2025

AB 2801: New Security Deposit Regulations for California Landlords in 2025

Understanding the New Compliance RequirementsCalifornia’s rental laws are changing again. Assembly Bill 2801 (AB 2801) introduces new requirements for security deposit deductions and property condition documentation, impacting landlords across the state.Starting in 2025, landl...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, March 9, 2025

California Supreme Court Upholds Cotenancy Clauses in Retail Leases: What This Means for Property Ow...

The California Supreme Court recently issued a landmark ruling that solidifies the enforceability of cotenancy clauses in retail leases. This decision could have long-term implications for landlords, tenants, and commercial property investors across the state. Understanding th...

By Legacy Property Management - Sunday, March 2, 2025

New California Bill Could Allow Tenants to Avoid Eviction by Paying Rent at the Last Minute

California lawmakers are considering a new bill that could significantly impact rental housing providers by allowing tenants to halt eviction proceedings at any stage if they pay overdue rent or provide proof of approved rental assistance.Overview of SB 436Senate Bill 436, intro...

By Legacy Property Management - Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Freddie Mac Forecasts Rising Multifamily Financing in 2025, But Rent Growth Remains Sluggish

As 2025 begins, the multifamily housing market is expected to see an increase in financing activity, but property owners should prepare for continued challenges related to rent growth and rising vacancies. According to Freddie Mac’s latest 2025 Multifamily Outlook, total multi...

By Legacy Property Management - Monday, February 17, 2025

California Proposes Cooling Standards for Rental Housing: What Property Owners Need to Know

As extreme heat events become more frequent and intense, California lawmakers are revisiting the idea of mandatory cooling standards in rental housing. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has released a 60-page report urging state legislators to ...