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Navigating California’s SB 1103: What Commercial Landlords Need to Know Starting January 1, 2025, California’s SB 1103 introduces strict compliance measures for commercial landlords renting to “Qualified Commercial Tenants” (QCTs). These tenants include certain microenterprises, small restaurants, and nonprofits, each subject to unique protections. For landlords, these new rules mean immediate adjustments…

Burbank’s Rent Control Proposal: A Threat to Small Property Owners At the October 15th meeting, the Burbank City Council discussed a potential rent cap of 60% of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and explored the costly creation of a rental registry. These proposals would place immense pressure on small, mom-and-pop landlords, limiting…

California’s AB-2347, passed at the end of September and taking effect on January 1, 2025, introduces a significant challenge for landlords across the state. Under this new law, tenants will have 10 business days to respond to an eviction notice, effectively doubling the current 5-day window. This extension excludes weekends and court…