Sasha Struthers
Tenant Buyouts Bad? Here are 5 Reasons They Help
In my news feed came some quotes from Los Angeles City Controller Kenneth Mejia (link) that denounced Tenant Buyouts as being more or...
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Sasha Struthers
Dec 5, 20233 min read
Who Does the Tenant Buyout Negotiations During a Sale?
A common question I get asked- who does the buyout negations during a pending sale? The answer- it depends. Prior to listing a property...
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Sasha Struthers
Nov 12, 20232 min read
Apartment Owners - Get Involved Now
Apartment owners have a very important election 2024, including the potential fate of yet another rent control measure on the ballot- the...
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Sasha Struthers
Nov 6, 20232 min read
Buyouts/ Cash for Keys FAQs
I want to thank those that came out to the AAGLA annual meeting and listened to me speak on buyouts. For those that could not make it I...
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Sasha Struthers
Oct 22, 20233 min read
The Latest on ADUs
California has made it legal for homeowners to sell their ADUs separate from their house. The pros of this- you can make money selling...
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Sasha Struthers
Oct 15, 20232 min read
Rent Control is Cracking Down on Inspections
If you are a landlord in Los Angeles you are likely family with the Systematic Code Enforcement Program (SCEP). SCEP is a program through...
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Sasha Struthers
Oct 8, 20232 min read
The Dark Side of AirBNB for Landlords
This past week the news has been buzzing about a Harvard graduate that Air BNB'd a mansion in Brentwood, only to over stay her welcome,...
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Sasha Struthers
Oct 7, 20233 min read
Do Buyouts Increase Purchase Price?
Tenant Buyouts aka "Cash for Keys" are common voluntary agreements entered into between landlord and tenants for landlords to get...
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Sasha Struthers
Sep 27, 20233 min read
Landlords Don't Have to Sell Themselves Short
Friday I posted a video on how to deal with disputes that arise, usually in the context of tenant complaints. After doing this video I...
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Sasha Struthers
Sep 22, 20233 min read
What is "Cash for Keys"?
Landlords in Los Angeles have certainly heard these two buzzwords "Cash for keys" or "buyouts". Both of those refer to the same thing- a...
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Sasha Struthers
Sep 20, 20233 min read
Tips for Leasing Furnished Rentals
As a landlord, offering a furnished house or apartment for lease can be a lucrative opportunity in the rental market. Providing a...
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Sasha Struthers
Sep 18, 20232 min read
Tips to Address Unauthorized Pets and Animals
A headache faced by landlords from time to time are the unauthorized pets and occupants that get snuck into rentals without the consent...
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Sasha Struthers
Sep 17, 20233 min read
The One Person Property Manager
One Person Business videos have been increasingly popular on YouTube. It sounds great to have help, but some people are not at the stage...
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Sasha Struthers
Sep 29, 20214 min read
What to Know About California's New Emotional Support Animal Law AB468
California recently passed legislation in an attempt to reduce emotional support animal ("ESA") fraud. Under AB 468 becomes effective...
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Sasha Struthers
Jul 21, 20213 min read
Handyman v. Vendor- Properly Delegate Work to Avoid Habitability Lawsuits.
The handyman is a key component to property management anywhere. The handyman is usually the most familiar with the bones of the building...
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Sasha Struthers
Jul 15, 20213 min read
California Habitability Lawsuit Defense Comes Down to a Good Offense
California habitability lawsuits are costly. Knowing where they arise from can help fight them before they begin.
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Sasha Struthers
Jun 10, 20212 min read
The Importance of the Move-In/ Move-Out Inspections
The Move-In and Move-Out inspections protect both the landlord and the tenant. The Move-In and Move-Out report are usually the same...
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Sasha Struthers
May 30, 20214 min read
How Landlords Can Look Good for Banks.
Banks are needy. I don't have a better way to describe them. They need constant validation that you aren't going to abandon them. Banks...
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Sasha Struthers
Apr 15, 20213 min read
The Basics of Resident Managers in California Apartments
Highlights: 16 or more unit apartment needs a resident manager. Resident manager is an employee of the apartment owner. Resident manager...
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Sasha Struthers
Mar 24, 20212 min read
The L.A. Apartment Airbnb Scam
Everyone needs to stop Airbnb'ing their apartments! It is (1) not permitted in Los Angeles City or Santa Monica and (2) is morally...
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