Coastal Closings: The Lucas Real Estate Podcast

2025 California Landlord-Tenant Law Updates | Screening Fees, Security Deposits & More!

• Devin Lucas • Season 1 • Episode 2

New landlord-tenant laws take effect in California in 2025, bringing significant changes that landlords, property managers, and realtors need to know. This video is part of a presentation given by Devin Lucas on January 29, 2025, to a group of realtors, covering these critical updates in detail.

🏡 Topics Covered:
âś… New rules on application screening fees and how they impact landlords and tenants
âś… Security deposit changes, including mandatory photo documentation requirements
âś… Tenant credit reporting options and exemptions for small landlords
âś… Expanded lock-change protections for abuse victims
âś… Protections for small commercial tenants and changes to unlawful detainer timelines

📍 Special focus on Orange County, Newport Beach, and Costa Mesa, with expert analysis, examples, and tips for compliance. The video also includes a detailed Q&A session where common questions are answered.

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