San Diego’s rental market has entered uncharted territory. After years of landlords holding all the cards, a flood of new supply, softening rents, and rising vacancies have rewritten the rules. Here’s what every San Diego property owner needs to know — and do — right now. 5.7% Vacancy rate — highest since 2009 4,000+ New…
If you’re a landlord in San Diego, 2026 is bringing important changes that could directly impact how—and whether—you can evict a tenant. Between new statewide housing laws and stricter local tenant protections, the eviction process is becoming more complex. Missing even a small detail could delay your case or get it dismissed entirely. Here’s a…
In October 2025, California enacted Assembly Bill 246, officially titled the Social Security Tenant Protection Act of 2025. Signed into law on October 6, 2025, this legislation adds a new layer of tenant protections to California’s housing law, specifically targeting situations where tenants face eviction due to interruptions in Social Security income. They added Section…
California’s security deposit law (Civil Code § 1950.5) is one of the most detailed and heavily litigated landlord-tenant statutes in the state. It governs how much a landlord can charge, how a deposit may be used, and exactly how and when it must be returned. With major amendments taking effect in July 2024, April 2025,…
