The Santa Monica City Council is evaluating its approach to implementing California’s new transit-oriented housing mandate—a move that could materially reshape development potential across transit-adjacent neighborhoods.At the center of the...
A Shift in How Evictions Are HandledLos Angeles County is testing a new approach to eviction proceedings—one that focuses on resolving disputes after filing but before trial. Through a newly launched $2.1 million Eviction Diversion Pilot Prog...
Los Angeles property owners are being asked to vote on a proposed increase to the city’s streetlight assessment system, a funding mechanism that has remained largely unchanged since the mid-1990s. While framed as an infrastructure modernizati...
Rent Control Policy Could Head Back to VotersSanta Monica’s Rent Control Board is advancing a series of proposed charter amendments that may ultimately be decided by voters in the upcoming election cycle. The measures focus on two key areas: ...
A new statewide ballot initiative could significantly reshape how California taxes real estate transactions—putting billions in local revenue and the future of Los Angeles’ “mansion tax” directly at stake.Backed by the Howard Jarvis Tax...
After several years of steady—albeit moderating—rent gains, Los Angeles’ multi-family market is showing signs of stabilization to start 2026. While year-over-year growth has paused, the broader picture reflects a market recalibrating rath...
Understanding the Missing CPI Update and How It Impacts Rent Growth PlanningFor housing providers operating under California’s Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482), one of the most closely watched annual updates is the Consumer Price Index (CPI) f...
California lawmakers are advancing a series of proposals aimed at expanding tenant access to cooling in residential properties, reflecting growing concern over rising heat conditions across the state. While the intent centers on habitability an...
Santa Monica’s multifamily market is showing clear signs of adjustment, with rents declining at the fastest pace in the Los Angeles metro. The shift reflects a combination of increased supply, moderating demand, and a broader return to more t...
California lawmakers are advancing new legislation that could significantly reshape the rental application process. AB 1963, introduced by Assemblymember Tina McKinnor of Inglewood, remains in the early stages but is already drawing attention f...
