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Can My Tenant Break Their Lease?

John Boruff - Monday, March 15, 2021

In most cases, tenants stay the full amount of time required in the lease, usually 12 months. However, sometimes tenants want, or need, to leave before their lease is up. Federal and California state laws permit tenants to break t... read more >>

What Do I Need To Know About California Security Deposit Laws?

John Boruff - Sunday, February 28, 2021

Most Escondido landlords require their tenants to pay a security deposit before moving into their rental. A security deposit is a one-time refundable payment, usually equivalent to one month’s rent, that helps cushion financ... read more >>

How to Avoid a Lawsuit

John Boruff - Monday, February 15, 2021

As a landlord, you have many legal responsibilities, and one of the most important ones is being up to speed with landlord-tenant laws. You are obligated to your tenants to be well versed in them. There are federal, state, and loc... read more >>

Legal update – SB 91

John Boruff - Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Passed in late January 2021, SB-91 is a bill that aids tenants and landlords impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. SB-91 is a follow up to the AB3088 bill, known as the Tenant Relief Act passed into legislation in August of 2020... read more >>

What Is The Americans with Disabilities Act and How Does It Affect My Rental Property?

John Boruff - Sunday, January 31, 2021

In 1990, the U.S. Department of Justice created the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for the purpose of prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities. The ADA was created to ensure that people with disabili... read more >>

What is Section 8?

John Boruff - Friday, January 15, 2021

As a property owner, you may be wondering “What is Section 8, and what are the advantages of providing Section 8 rentals?” Here are some frequently asked questions about Section 8.Q: What is Section 8?A: The California... read more >>

How to Self Manage a Rental Property

John Boruff - Wednesday, December 30, 2020

Managing a rental property demands time and effort. If managed correctly, it can be a secure and profitable investment; however, if managed irresponsibly, it can become a costly headache. If you’ve decided to self manage, yo... read more >>

How To Stand Out In The Sea Of Rentals

John Boruff - Tuesday, December 15, 2020

There is competition at every level of business in this country, and that includes renting out properties to quality tenants. There are more ways than ever for prospective tenants to find suitable options for housing in any area o... read more >>

Local Neighborhoods with Great Holiday Lights

John Boruff - Monday, November 30, 2020

There are few things which put people in the Holiday Spirit more effectively than the brightly shining light displays which adorn many homes in the San Diego area. After a long and difficult 2020, a little more cheer around the ho... read more >>

What Do I Need To Know About Fair Housing?

John Boruff - Monday, November 16, 2020

Abiding by fair housing laws is extremely important in avoiding the possibility of discrimination, not to mention the legal and monetary problems that may arise. You want to be a fair, objective landlord, thus using a professional... read more >>