Tag Archives: rent control

Understanding the Impact of Rent Control in Monterey County

Rent control continues to be a hot topic in Monterey County, and it’s important for property owners to understand how these policies affect their investments. What is Rent Control? Rent control laws cap the amount landlords can increase rent each year. While intended to protect tenants, these laws can also have unintended consequences. Challenges for […]

2024 Legal Updates for California Property Owners

The legal landscape for property owners is ever-changing, and 2024 brings several updates that landlords in California need to know. Staying informed is key to protecting your investments and maintaining compliance. New Laws and Their Impact 1. AB 12: Rent Cap Adjustments Rent increases are now limited to 5% annually or CPI (whichever is lower). […]

Navigating the Ever-Changing Legal Landscape of Property Management

  As a property owner, staying compliant with ever-changing laws and regulations can feel like walking through a legal minefield. From new rent control laws to evolving eviction protocols, the landscape is constantly shifting. At 36 North Properties, we make sure your property is always on the right side of the law. Here’s why keeping […]

Why You Should Vote NO on Prop 33

California is no stranger to ballot propositions that sound great in theory but fail miserably in practice. Prop 33 is one of those measures. While it may be packaged as a solution to a perceived problem, the reality is it could do more harm than good. Voting NO on Prop 33 is the right move for anyone […]

The Dangers of Overreach; Insights from the ‘We the People’ Podcast and the Rent Control Debate

In a recent episode of the “We the People” podcast, the discussion revolved around the broader themes of government overreach and individual freedoms. While the podcast did not specifically address rent control, the insights shared illuminate a critical perspective on how regulations can sometimes infringe upon personal liberties and lead to unintended consequences. This perspective […]

Navigating New Property Management Laws: What You Need to Know

The property management landscape is constantly evolving, with new laws and regulations coming into play. For second homeowners, staying compliant can be challenging, especially when you’re not local. Here’s what you need to know about the latest property management laws and how they might affect you: 1. Changes in Tenant Rights Recent legislative changes have […]

AB 828 Update – Learn More About The Move To Reduce Rents By 25% In California

AB 828 Update

The California rental market has been through a lot recently from the passing AB 1482, statewide rent control, to the impact of Coronavirus, and now we face AB 828. What is AB 828? If passed, it would allow California courts to cut rents by 25% statewide and it would adversely impact the rental market for […]

Long Term vs. Short Term Rental Properties – Which One Is Better In 2020?

New luxury home to stay in

One of the hottest arguments among Real Estate Investors across the Monterey County area in 2020 is if long-term or short-term rental properties make a better investment? This is an understandable question to ask because, the demand for rental properties has never been greater but, depending upon whom you ask, there’s always going to be […]

What Is AB 1482? Learn More About California’s Tenant Protection Law

Learn more about AB 1482

  Over the last year, rent control has been something that everyone has been talking about in California.  Love it, or hate it, the State finally moved in the direction of rent control when Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1482 into law. What is AB 1482? How will it change the rental market in California?  […]

Seaside, CA Considering Rental Registry

Seaside, CA property with pool

2020 is shaping up to be a year of serious change in California for renters and owners alike. The latest change is taking place in Seaside, CA where the City Council is considering a rental registry and recently had a special meeting in their council chambers to discuss it. The city council seems like they […]