Legislative Watch

Newly passed federal and California law impacting California real estate practice.

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March 1, 2013
New smoke alarm requirements for residential ...
As of January 1, 2014, a building...
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January 4, 2013
In person reverse mortgage counseling require...
This act requires reverse mortgage counseling occur...
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Legislative Watch 2012
December 31, 2012
Legislative Watch 2012
A look at the state legislation affecting...
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December 28, 2012
Residential landlords must disclose a notice ...
Owners of one-to-four unit residential rental property...
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Notice of tenant’s rights in foreclosure
December 28, 2012
Notice of tenant’s rights in foreclosure
The notice of sale to be posted...
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Private mortgage insurance limit cap lifted
December 28, 2012
Private mortgage insurance limit cap lifted
Currently, a private mortgage insurer may only...
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December 26, 2012
Notice of right to reclaim personal property ...
The notice of right to reclaim abandoned...
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December 26, 2012
Landlord must notify tenant of right to recla...
Heads up for landlords! New notice requirements...
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December 26, 2012
Landlord may refund security deposit electron...
More flexibility in 2013: electronic security deposit...
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No up-front fees for mortgage loan modifications
December 26, 2012
No up-front fees for mortgage loan modificati...
If you have clients receiving loan modifications,...
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