The California Landlord: One Notice Away from the Trap

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Author: Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq.
Publisher: Pantraxxa LLC
Length: 266 pages
Formats: Paperback, Kindle
ISBN: 978-1967733989
(ISBN-10: 1967733988)

About this book

The California Landlord: One Notice Away from the Trap is a compliance guide for California landlords by attorney Ngozi E. Bolin. It explains how federal, state and local rules layer together, how AB 1482 rent caps and exemptions work and how they are lost, how to structure valid notices, and why the choice between at-fault and no-fault eviction can decide a case.

What to Do to Stay Compliant and Protected

California is one of the most complex environments in the country for landlords. A single overlooked detail, such as missing disclosure language, incorrect notice timing or a local ordinance, can lead to an invalid eviction, permanent rent control restrictions, refunds, penalties and legal fees, or the loss of an exemption the owner did not know they had.

Unlike generic landlord guides, this book focuses on where landlords actually fail, and on the precision that keeps them out of trouble.

What the book covers

  • How California’s layered system of federal, state and local law works, and why following state law alone is not enough
  • AB 1482 rent caps and how rent calculations go wrong
  • How exemptions are lost through missing disclosures
  • The structure of legally valid notices
  • At-fault and no-fault evictions, and why choosing the wrong one can defeat a case
  • Documentation as evidence, not just paperwork
  • How courts evaluate landlords

Who it is for

  • Independent landlords
  • Real estate investors
  • Property managers
  • Owners who want to avoid legal exposure before problems begin

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The California Landlord cover?

It covers how federal, state and local rules interact, AB 1482 rent caps and calculation errors, how exemptions are lost through missing disclosures, the structure of valid notices, at-fault and no-fault evictions, documentation as evidence, and how courts evaluate landlords.

Who is The California Landlord written for?

It is written for independent landlords, real estate investors, property managers and owners of California rental property who want to avoid legal exposure.

Does the book explain AB 1482?

Yes. It explains California’s AB 1482 rent caps, how rent calculations commonly go wrong, and how exemptions can be lost.

Where can I buy The California Landlord?

It is available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle editions.

Is the book a substitute for legal advice?

No. The book explains the law in general terms. For advice about a specific property or dispute, you can book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.

About the author

Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. has been admitted to practice in New York since 1991 and California since 2013, with three decades of experience in litigation and jury and bench trials. She is the author of the Law Made Simple series of plain-English legal guides.

Need advice on your own situation? Book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.

The book and this page are general information, not legal advice for your specific situation.