2022 Legislature

Kyle Chernetsky • February 24, 2022

The DRE's New Real Estate Laws 2022

Beginning on July 1, 2022, AB 838 requires that a city or county inspect a property if it receives a complaint about lead hazards or substandard living conditions. Upon inspection, it will have to advise the property owner of violations and required remedies and then re-inspect the property. Along with other provisions, AB 838 provides that an inspection not be conditioned on a tenant being up to date on rent or other factors. Inspection fees cannot be charged unless substandard conditions or lead hazards are found.


AB 948 creates the Fair Appraisal Act. Every sales contract for real property made after July 1, 2022 must include a notice stating that the property appraisal must be unbiased, objective, and not influenced by specific factors (race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status etc). The notice will include information on actions a buyer or seller can take if they feel their appraisal has been affected.


AB 1466 changes the Restrictive Covenant Modification process. Among these changes are increasing types of people and entities that can request a modification, expanding current notices to include information on how to request a modification, and requiring that professionals involved in property sales inform buyers and sellers about an existing restrictive covenant and increasing their duty to help in filing a modification.

Rental Documents Landlords Need

By Kyle Chernetsky • June 11, 2026
Keeping clear documentation prevents disputes and leads to smooth relationships. C&C Property Management shares the most important here.

Rental Property Marketing Mistakes

By Kyle Chernetsky • June 3, 2026
There are lots of marketing mistakes that can hurt your advertisement. C&C Property Management goes over them and how to fix them here.

Best Ways to Communicate With Tenants: Email, Text, or Call

By Kyle Chernetsky • June 3, 2026
Key Takeaways Effective communication is essential for managing properties, helping prevent misunderstandings, resolve issues quickly, and build positive tenant relationships. Email is best for documentation and detailed information, but it may not be effective for urgent matters due to slower response times. Text messaging provides fast, convenient communication for reminders and updates, though it can lack formality and be difficult to track over time. Phone calls are ideal for emergencies and sensitive conversations, offering immediate clarification, but they require follow-up documentation to maintain records.