Have YOU had to deal with tenants who claim they are getting sick because of the existence of lead-based paint or mold in their apartment unit? Join us for an hour with property management expert, Patti Widget from Widget’s Way, as she discusses best practices for handling lead-based paint and mold sickness claims, and teaches you strategies on how to respond to these claims, avoid liability, and quickly eliminate the problem.

Mold and lead issues and their abatement involve risks to human health, and improper handling can exacerbate these risks. Lead abatement can create dust that can be inhaled or ingested, leading to lead poisoning, especially in children. Mold abatement, if not done properly, can lead to further mold growth and exposure to fungal spores. When an owner fails to respond in a timely and appropriate manner to reported lead and mold issues, they may risk significant legal exposure. If abatement is not performed properly by professionals or if materials deteriorate, lead can be re-exposed, posing a continued risk.

WEBINAR DISCUSSION TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Required mold and lead-based paint disclosures are required at the inception of tenancy under Federal and state law.
• Common places where you may find lead-based paint and causes of mold, and how to prevent exposure and keep from becoming a major problem.
• How best to address reported lead and mold exposure or sickness. Who should you call for help and how quickly should you respond?
• Patti’s real-life stories of reported lead and mold exposure, and the problems that can occur. Patti’s strategies to keep yourself out of trouble.

GUEST SPEAKER: Patti Widget, Management Expert, Widget's Way

Patti “Widget” has nearly 25 years of experience as a regional property manager. Patti teaches a wide range of classes on property management topics; she is a keynote speaker on property management and housing issues and has published numerous articles for apartment associations. Patti is a repeat guest speaker at UCLA. She also holds various certifications in the industry related to her field, such as a CA licensed Real Estate Broker, CCRM, lead based paint certified renovator from the EPA, Fair Housing and more.