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Navigating Common Area Maintenance (CAM) charges can be challenging for tenants in commercial leases. Our latest article breaks down these charges, helping you understand what’s included, what’s excluded, and how to manage costs effectively.

From controllable to non-controllable expenses, we provide the insights you need to avoid unexpected surprises.

Don’t let unclear charges eat into your budget!

Check out our article to gain clarity on CAM charges and empower yourself in your lease negotiations. Read more now!

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for Tenants from Lin Real Estate LLC

Are you ready to dive into the world of renting? Whether you're a seasoned renter or just dipping your toes into the market, Lin Real Estate LLC has you covered with expert advice and guidance. As your trusted partner in real estate, we're here to help you navigate the rental process with ease and confidence. So, grab your keys and let's unlock the door to your next rental adventure!

🔹 Essential Tips

- 🕑 Start Early: Don't wait until the last minute to begin your search. Start browsing listings and scheduling viewings well in advance to give yourself plenty of time to find the right place. - 💰 Set a Budget: Determine your budget before you start looking for rentals. Consider not only the monthly rent but also additional expenses such as utilities, parking fees, and maintenance costs. - 🗺️ Location, Location, Location: Think about what matters most to you in terms of location. Are you looking for a quiet neighborhood, easy access to public transportation, or proximity to your workplace? Choose a location that aligns with your lifestyle and priorities. - 🔍 Inspect the Property: Before signing any lease agreements, thoroughly inspect the rental property for any signs of damage or maintenance issues. Document any existing problems and discuss them with your landlord or property manager. - 📜 Read the Lease Carefully: Take the time to carefully review the terms of your lease agreement before signing. Pay attention to clauses regarding rent increases, maintenance responsibilities, and lease renewal options. - 📞 Communicate Effectively: Establish clear lines of communication with your landlord or property manager from the beginning. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out for clarification or assistance. - 🛠️ Be a Responsible Tenant: Treat the rental property with respect and follow all rules and regulations outlined in your lease agreement. Promptly report any maintenance issues and adhere to the terms of your lease to maintain a positive relationship with your landlord. At Lin Real Estate LLC, we're committed to helping you find the perfect rental property and providing ongoing support throughout your tenancy. With our expert guidance and personalized service, you can confidently navigate the rental market and find the home of your dreams. Contact us today to learn more about our available rental properties and discover the difference that Lin Real Estate LLC can make in your rental experience! 🔹 About Lin Real Estate LLC: Lin Real Estate LLC is a leading provider of property management and real estate services, serving clients across Memphis. With a dedication to professionalism, integrity, and exceptional customer service, we're committed to helping our clients achieve their real estate goals and providing a seamless rental experience. Visit our website linrealestatellc.com to learn more about our services and explore our available rental properties. Read the full article

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Your Guide to Renting a Home in Toronto: Expert Tips and Advice

Renting a home in Toronto can be an exciting yet daunting process. With our comprehensive tenant guide, you'll gain valuable insights and expert advice to navigate the Toronto rental market with confidence. From understanding rental agreements to finding the perfect neighborhood, we've got you covered. Visit our website to learn more and start your rental journey today!

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The Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance

The City of Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance protects all Santa Monica tenant from landlord harassment perpetrated by unscrupulous landlords, property managers, or other representatives in bad faith.  By protecting all tenancies in Santa Monica, and empowering tenants with a private right of action, the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance is a powerful law protecting tenants throughout the City of Santa Monica.

Is My Rental Unit Covered Under the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance?

The Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance covers every Santa Monica tenant.  Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.010(h); The Charter of the City of Santa Monica § 2302(e). This includes authorized Santa Monica tenants residing in unlawful units, single-family homes, and any “building, structure, …. Or any other rental property rented or offered for rent for living…”  Id.  If the individual rents a unit in the City of Santa Monica, the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance provides protection from landlord harassment.

Does the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance Protect Subtenants?

Yes, the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance protects subtenants. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.010(i). The Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance explicitly includes subtenants within the definition of a tenant. In fact, the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance protects any person lawfully entitled to occupy the rental unit, such as a disabled adult who does not pay rent to reside in a rental unit with their family member.

Does Your Property Manager Also Have to Abide by the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance?

Yes, the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance applies to landlords, landlord agents, property managers, and representatives.  Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.010(f).  Additionally, any person or entity that is entitled to receive or collect rent for the unit must follow the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance.

What Types of Harassment Does the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance Prohibit?

The Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance prohibits unlawful conduct committed with an intent to vex, annoy, harass, provoke, or injure another person. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.010.

Under the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance, the following actions constitute unlawful landlord harassment, which Santa Monica landlords must refrain from implementing:

Interrupting, terminating, or failing to provide housing services required by the lease or by law;

Failing to perform repairs and maintenance required by the lease or by law;

Failing to exercise due diligence in completing repairs and maintenance undertaken;

Abusing the landlord’s right of access under California Civil Code section 1954, including entries for “inspections” not related to necessary repairs or services, excessive number of entries, entries that improperly target certain tenants or are used to collect evidence against the occupant, or otherwise not lawful;

Abusing the tenant with offensive words inherently likely to provoke an immediate violent reaction;

Influencing or attempting to influence a tenant to vacate their home through fraud, intimidation, or coercion;

Threatening the tenant, by word or gesture, with physical harm;

Violating any law prohibiting discrimination based on race, gender, sexual preference, sexual orientation, ethnic background, nationality, religion, age, parenthood, marriage, pregnancy, disability, AIDS, or occupancy by a minor child;

Taking action to terminate any tenancy including service of any notice to quit or other eviction notice or bringing any action to recover possession of the home based upon facts which the landlord has no reasonable cause to believe to be true or upon a legal theory which is untenable based on the landlord’s knowledge, provided the Santa Monica tenant obtains a favorable termination of the eviction action. Please note that this section of the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance does not apply to an attorney representing a landlord in an eviction action where the attorney acts in good faith;

Interfering with the Santa Monica tenant’s right to quiet use and enjoyment of their home under California law;

Refusing to acknowledge receipt of the Santa Monica tenant’s lawful rent payment; and,

Interfering with a tenant’s right to privacy, including, entering or photographing portions of a rental housing unit that are beyond the scope of a lawful entry or inspection. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.020.

How Can a Landlord Abuse the Right to Access a Santa Monica Rental Unit?

As stated above, a landlord’s abusing their right to access a rental unit, as permitted under California Civil Code section 1954, is a form of landlord harassment protected by the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.020(d).  Examples of prohibited landlord entry and related harassing conduct include, but are not limited to:

Landlord entry for pretextual inspections not truly related to necessary repairs or services of the Santa Monica tenant’s home;

Instances where the Santa Monica tenant is forced to contend with an excessive number of notices to enter;

Circumstances where the landlord serves notices to enter only certain units at the Santa Monica property. For example, a landlord serving a notice to enter pertaining to a smoke alarm inspection of only a single tenant’s home in a multi-unit building likely suggests bad faith and violates the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance;

Landlord entry weaponized to collect evidence against a Santa Monica tenant for bad faith use, including supporting a subsequent eviction lawsuit;

Landlord entry that interferes with the Santa Monica tenant’s right to privacy, including photographing portions of the unit without reason; or,

Landlord entry beyond the scope of an otherwise lawful entry. For example, a landlord entering a Santa Monica tenant’s rental unit to repair a broken stove in the kitchen has no right to enter the tenant’s bedroom during the visit. A landlord that attempts to enter the bedroom violates the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance.

How May Santa Monica Tenants Curtail Landlord Violations of the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance?

Santa Monica tenants have numerous options at their disposal when faced with persistent landlord harassment. These range from simply demanding that the landlord cease the harassing conduct to taking the drastic act of filing a lawsuit against a serial harasser. Regardless of the method utilized, Santa Monica tenants equipped with sufficient evidence will likely prevail against their landlord’s harassment.

First, the Santa Monica tenant can demand the landlord stop the unlawful harassing conduct, preferably in writing. Santa Monica tenants electing to send a physical letter should consider sending the mail with tracking and also retain a copy of the letter. If the landlord does not cease harassing the Santa Monica tenant after receipt of the letter, the Santa Monica tenant should consider another option.

The Santa Monica tenant may also maintain a detailed log recounting every instance of landlord harassment. Although no set template exists, Santa Monica tenants can, in addition to a concise description of the landlord harassment, include the date, time, and location of the harassment. It is also helpful to include the name of all witnesses present that observed each instance of the landlord’s harassment.

Thirdly, Santa Monica tenants may also file a complaint with the City of Santa Monica.  When filing a complaint to the City of Santa Monica, the City requests copies of any supporting documentation.  The City of Santa Monica initiate in investigation into the matter. Complaints may be filed online by clicking here or calling the Santa Monica City Attorney’s Office at (310) 458-8336.  Please be advised that the City of Santa Monica City Attorney’s does not represent tenants. Instead, the City Attorney acts as a neutral enforcer of the law that investigates complaints and enforces the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance.

Where the harassment pertains to a landlord’s failure to initiate or complete adequate repairs, the Santa Monica tenant may file petition for a rent decrease with the City of Santa Monica Rent Board by clicking here or calling (310) 458-8751. Additionally, the Santa Monica tenant should also obtain a Notice of Violation for every habitability issue from the City of Santa Monica Code Enforcement Division.  To schedule an inspection, click here or call (310) 458-4984.

Under the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance, Santa Monica Tenants Can Sue Harassing Landlords for Money Damages

Santa Monica tenants facing pervasive landlord harassment substantially interfering with or disturbing their tenancy have the right to bring a landlord harassment claim in court. The Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance contains a private right of action empowering Santa Monica tenants facing landlord harassment to file a lawsuit in the California Superior Court. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.040(b). Under the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance, a prevailing tenant facing landlord harassment may recover the greater of either actual damages or up to $10,000 in statutory damages. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.040(d). Santa Monica tenants suffering landlord harassment that are sixty-five (65) and older or disabled may recover an enhanced penalty of $5,000 for each offense suffered. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.040(d). Punitive damages are also recoverable. Santa Monica Municipal Code§ 4.56.040(d). Additionally, the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance provides for a prevailing tenant facing landlord harassment to recover their attorney fees and court costs. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.040(d).

Santa Monica tenants facing landlord harassment may also obtain an injunction, which is a court order commanding the landlord to refrain from engaging in landlord harassment, against the landlord. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.040(c).

Please note that Santa Monica tenants may recover these damages penalties on top of other remedies, penalties, and punitive damages recoverable by law. Santa Monica Municipal Code § 4.56.040(e).

To discuss the Santa Monica Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance, the Santa Monica Rent Ordinance, or California Rent Control (AB 1482), contact Astanehe Law to speak with a tenant attorney by email or phone.

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Duties and Responsibilities of a Property Manager 1. Determine the rent price 2. Prepare vacant units 3. Advertise rental vacancies 4. Screen and approve tenants 5. Prepare and enforce a lease agreement 6. Handle tenant complaints and issues 7. Collect and adjust the rent 8. Carry out property maintenance and repairs 9. Supervise on-site employees 10. Take care of the rental property 11. Handle evictions and process move-outs 12. Keeps records and creates regular reports #Propcare #myfollo #propertymanagement #PropertyManagementTips #propertymanagementservices #propertymanagement #propertymanagers #propertymanagementservices #propcare #propertymarket #mandates #propertymanagementcompany #possession #possessionclaim #keymanagement #TenantTips #tenantissues #TenantOwner #services #nris #nriinvestments #nriservices

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🔑 #Rental #Market SHOCK: #Toronto and #Vancouver #Prices #PLUMMET! 💥 #shorts by Manoj Atri, REALTOR® 🌆 Explore the shifting landscape of the rental market in Toronto and Vancouver. 📉 Discover how recent GDP revisions 📊 and cooling trends ❄️ are creating new opportunities for renters as prices drop significantly. 💸 Join us for an insightful discussion 🗣️ on economic pressures and the implications for major Canadian cities! 🇨🇦 🚗 Imagine this: You come home after a long day, ready to plug in your EV, 🔋 only to find your landlord has shut off your charger! This is the reality many renters in Ontario are facing as electric vehicles become more common. 🏠 #RealEstateToronto 🌆 Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/eKFKIqSjTHQ 👉 Subscribe Now for more Tips and Insights: https://www.youtube.com/@ManojAtri9?sub_confirmation=1 ✨ Help me reach 1000 Subscribers! 🎉🙌📈 🌆 Hot News Daily: Toronto Real Estate Digest! 📈 Wednesday 13th Nov 2024 Newsletter: Review Entire Podcast 20 Hot off the press News Articles Here: https://ift.tt/YNEL0oB ▶ Visit the following website links for HOT New TORONTO REAL ESTATE for Sale Listings → https://ift.tt/LTd1csj ▶ Manoj Atri, REALTOR® with Architectural Experience Re/Max Hallmark Realty Ltd., Brokerage 401 – 685 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto ON M2K 1B6 Office: [416] 494-7653 | Cell: [416] 275-2089 Fax: [416] 494-0016 | Email: Manoj@ManojAtri.com #TorontoRentalMarket #VancouverHousing #RentPriceDrop #EconomicImpact #GDPRevision #CanadaRealEstate #RentalOpportunities #HousingMarketTrends #UrbanLiving #TenantTips via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y6zW52bjr8

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Unlock the Secrets of Rental Units and Mortgages! by Manoj Atri, REALTOR® Join our engaging podcast as we explore essential features for rental units and dive into the complexities of mortgages and financing. Perfect for tenants and landlords alike, this episode provides valuable insights to navigate the competitive rental market in Toronto. Tune in for expert tips and discussions! 🛁From $550 Bathroom Rental to A 10-Foot-Wide Dilemma 🏘️ Navigating Toronto's Housing Market in 2024 🌆 https://youtu.be/jnD4AMe6arg 👉 Subscribe Now for more Tips and Insights: https://www.youtube.com/@ManojAtri9?sub_confirmation=1 ✨ Help me reach 1000 Subscribers! 🎉🙌📈 🌆 Hot News Daily: Toronto Real Estate Digest! 📈 Monday 4th Nov 2024 Newsletter: Review ALL Podcast Articles Here: https://bit.ly/40wAWq8 ▶ Visit the following website links for HOT New TORONTO REAL ESTATE for Sale Listings → https://bit.ly/3zE97S3 ▶ Manoj Atri, REALTOR® with Architectural Experience Re/Max Hallmark Realty Ltd., Brokerage 401 – 685 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto ON M2K 1B6 Office: [416] 494-7653 | Cell: [416] 275-2089 Fax: [416] 494-0016 | Email: Manoj@ManojAtri.com #RentalUnits #Mortgages #PodcastDiscussion #TorontoRealEstate #TenantTips #LandlordAdvice #HomeFinancing #PodcastLife #RealEstate101 #PropertyManagement via YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFjAxEsIk-E

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