A Landlord's Nightmare-A True Story
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Release Date: 08/03/2025
Death Blow To LA Landlords
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Death Blow to LA Landlords: City Hall Just Assassinated Your Cash Flow ⚰️💸 On November 12, 2025, the Los Angeles City Council quietly passed a sweeping change to how rent increases are calculated for roughly 650,000 rent-controlled apartments under the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). Under the old rules, landlords could raise rents 3%–8% based on inflation (CPI), plus up to 2% more if they paid for tenants’ gas and electricity. Now, City Hall has slammed on the brakes: Annual increases tied to 90% of CPI But never less than 1% and never more than 4% No more extra 1%–2% for...
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CA Landlords: Your Late Fee Provision May Be Illegal
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Are you a California landlord charging late fees? You might be surprised to learn that many common late fee provisions are actually illegal under California law! In this essential seminar, we break down the critical legal requirements for enforcing late charges in California. We'll cover: The "Liquidated Damages" Rule: Understand why your late fees must be treated as liquidated damages, not a penalty, and how to ensure compliance with Civil Code Section 1671(d). Key Lease Language: Discover the specific wording your lease agreement must contain to make late charges legally enforceable. Learn...
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California: The Worst State to be a Landlord
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
California, the worst state to be a landlord? In this seminar, we break down why many housing providers feel under siege—and what’s changing in 2025. What we cover: The last major pro-landlord law: the 1995 Costa-Hawkins Act (vacancy decontrol; no rent caps on SFRs, townhomes, condos) How sealed eviction records, local rent control, and habitability lawsuits impact owners and supply 2025 laws already enacted: AB 2347 (10 business days to respond to UD), AB 2493 (screening rules + first-qualified requirement), AB 2747 (rent payment credit reporting for 16+ units), AB 2801 (security deposit...
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California Landlords Beware: New Habitability Laws
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Are you a landlord in California? You NEED to know about the critical changes to habitability laws, especially the upcoming AB 628! This seminar dives deep into your non-waivable duties to provide a "fit for human occupation" unit, regardless of lease language. We'll cover the key conditions for habitability, including: 1. Weatherproofing, plumbing, electrical, and heating 2. Sanitation, garbage receptacles, and structural integrity 3.Maintenance of supplied appliances 4.Smoke alarms and carbon dioxide detectors Most importantly, we'll break down AB 628, which, starting January 1, 2026, will...
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Snatching Defeat From the Jaws of Victory: A Landlord's Tale
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Vote NO on California Proposition 50 Laws that cause landlords to lose even after they win!
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California Evictions: What The Sheriff Actually Does
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
California Evictions: What The Sheriff Actually Does AB 628: New Landlord Requirements: Understand the upcoming changes effective January 1, 2026, regarding stoves and refrigerators in rental units. The Eviction Judgment: Learn about the process of obtaining a judgment for possession, including complaints, service, timelines, and what happens with defaults versus trials. The Writ of Possession: Discover the steps involved in submitting the writ to the Sheriff's Office, required fees, and the Sheriff's legal obligations, including the 5-day Notice to Vacate. Navigating Delays: Get insights into...
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Squatters-Two Insane Stories
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Story 1: The Alperts vs. “Elizabeth” — After buying a Fontana, CA home at foreclosure, Tracie and Myles Alpert couldn’t move in for 15 months as the former owner refused to leave. Evictions, unlawful detainer battles, media coverage (KTLA 5), and finally a Sheriff-led removal in April 2021. Story 2: The “Nanny Nightmare” — Diane Stretton vs. the Bracamontes in Upland, CA. Hired for room and board, stopped working, refused to leave, won tenant protections in court, and only left after intense national coverage (ABC, CNN, Fox). Listed as a vexatious litigant, according to ABC. What...
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Warning: California Legislature Attacking Property Rights
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
SB 79 has passed—and if signed by the Governor, your neighborhood could change forever. Single-family zoning protections are being shredded, opening the door for massive 6–9 story apartment projects in R1 zones without parking requirements. Property values, neighborhood integrity, and homeowner rights are all under attack. We’ll also break down AB 628 (forcing landlords to provide appliances) and AB 246 (tenant eviction loopholes tied to Social Security delays). 👉 This is NOT the solution to the housing crisis—this is government overreach at its worst. 📌 Watch now to see how...
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Insurance Ripoff-Landlords Left Exposed
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Think your insurance company for your income property has your back? Think again. Hidden habitability exclusions are leaving property owners completely exposed to tenant lawsuits — and the fallout can be devastating. In this video, we break down: ✅ What habitability lawsuits are and why they’re skyrocketing ✅ Common “uninhabitable” conditions tenants sue over (mold, leaks, pests & more) ✅ The damages landlords could face — from rent abatement to punitive damages ✅ Why your insurance may NOT cover you (and what exclusions to look for) ✅ 7...
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Landlord Goldmine-Building An ADU
Attorney Dennis Block-Zoom Landlord-Tenant Talk Radio
Landlord Goldmine: Building an ADU on Your Property 💰🏡 California may not be landlord-friendly—with the highest taxes, skyrocketing utility rates, and strict rent control laws—but new ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) and JADU (Junior ADU) regulations have created a real opportunity for property owners to increase cash flow and property value. In this in-depth seminar, we break down how to turn your property into a revenue-generating goldmine by building an ADU on your lot. With state mandates now requiring local cities and counties to approve ADUs, landlords can finally take...
info_outlineThis story was published in the online journal of CityWatch LA, and written by Eliot Cohen. Mr. Cohen describes the situation of Ravio, a legal immigrant to the United States, who was seeking the American Dream.
This story clearly indicates the assault on income property owners in the State of California and demonstrates why the laws must change.