Eviction Law Blog

As of January 1, 2026, California Assembly Bill 628 is in effect, requiring applicable landlords to provide and maintain working stoves and refrigerators.

Money Judgments for Unpaid Rent

Mehigan Law offers cost-effective money judgments for California property managers. Recover lost rent through wage garnishments, bank levies, and liens.

August 2025 California Rental Housing Legal Update

New rules reshape eviction notices, subpoena responses, and gas appliance planning. Here’s what California landlords need to know and do.

Federal Housing Laws and Regulations June 2025 Update

June 2025 federal updates impacting California evictions: COVID moratorium losses, housing credit expansion, HUD funding shifts, ERA status, and fair housing rules.

New Rent Reporting and Security Deposit Laws Starting April 1

CA Property Landlords must comply with new rent reporting and security deposit laws under AB 2747 and AB 2801 by April 1, 2025.

Update on DOJ’s RealPage Lawsuit

Update on DOJ’s RealPage lawsuit & California’s role. Also, learn about how newly proposed SB 52 could impact landlords & tenant protections.

Update on California Wildfires and Their Legal Impact

Rights & Obligations

How can California property managers navigate wildfire legalities, comply with rent caps, and uphold best practices during emergencies?

CA Emergency Rent-Gouging Protections Set to Expire

What’s the impact of California’s rent-gouging protections on landlords during emergencies, and are more extensions likely?

Mobilehome Residency Law (MRL) for Park Managers

Learn how California’s Mobilehome Residency Law (MRL) impacts evictions, notice requirements, and homeowner protections.

How Does Tenant Immigration Status Impact Evictions in California?

Learn property management eviction policy, legal frameworks, and strategies related to tenant immigration status in California.

What To Do (And Not Do) During an Eviction Case

Learn what a property manager or landlord should do – and not do – during an eviction case in California. Avoid common mistakes, use best practices.

The Overlooked Area of Mobile Home Park Evictions

Explore unique legal, procedural, and operational challenges of mobile home park evictions in California, plus best practices for managers.

Eviction Challenges with Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

Read how California landlords can manage ADUs effectively given their unique eviction challenges, and comply laws and tenant protections.

Rent Registry Requirements and California Property Managers

Learn how California rent registries impact evictions and property management, with actionable tips for landlords and compliance insights.

Rent Increase and Eviction in California

Rights & Obligations

Learn how California property managers can accurately apply rent increases under AB 1482 to and avoid legal pitfalls and protect revenue.

A Property Manager’s Role in Eviction Compliance

Property managers have a significant impact on the bottom line. Ensure your role, behaviors, and actions in the eviction process strictly comply with CA laws and regulations.

California AB 2347’s Impact on Unlawful Detainer Actions

Learn how CA AB 2347 impacts eviction timelines and steps property managers can take to stay compliant and manage extensions.

CPI Rent Increase Calculator: AB 1482

Use this calculator to calculate allowable rent increases (set forth by AB 1482) through July 31st, 2026. Discover your county’s local CPI and verify rent increases allowable.

Prorated Rent Calculator: Quick & Easy

A quick and easy Prorated Rent Calculator you can access from anywhere to help you quickly determine the correct rent due depending on move-in date.

How the Homes Act Could Impact California Property Managers

Learn how the proposed Homes Act could impact California property managers and what changes to expect in the rental market.

Gov. Newsom Signs New California Housing Laws

Learn about recent updates to California’s housing laws and how property managers can stay compliant to avoid eviction-related legal issues.

Compliance Alert: California Rental Applications Under Scrutiny

Ensure ICRAA compliance in California rental applications. Learn requirements, risks, and steps to protect your business from costly penalties.

Evicting Tenants Who Call 911

Rights & Obligations

DOJ targets 911-related evictions. Learn the legal risks, tenant impacts, and strategies to stay compliant as legislation evolves.

How to Serve a Pay or Quit Eviction Notice

Avoid costly eviction “technical” errors in California courts. Ensure every component of your notice and your methods of service are compliant. Learn what constitutes “reasonable effort” when serving notices.

Recap of Legislative Changes Impacting Evictions in 2024

An overview of important statewide legislative changes, effective this year, 2024, that property managers and landlords in California should know.

Guide to Top Reasons Tenants Contest Evictions or Notices in California

A guide for property managers to the top reasons California tenants typically contest evictions and notices or file counter-lawsuits.

Considerations for Evicting Tenants Receiving Section 8 Assistance

Learn about special considerations for California property managers evicting tenants receiving Section 8 assistance, including the role of housing authorities.

Building a Comprehensive Eviction Policy

Learn a four-step method for developing and maintaining effective eviction policies, processes, and procedures for California property management.

Housing and Building Code Violations Impact Evictions