California’s balanced $351.7 billion state budget for 2026-27, which was signed by Governor Newsom at the end of June, allocates approximately $1.7 billion to address housing and homelessness issues. Continue Reading
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CalRHA President Adam Pearce shares legislative victories, legal updates, and advocacy efforts protecting California rental housing providers. Continue Reading
Apartmentalize, the National Apartment Association's (NAA's) flagship conference and the largest gathering of the rental housing industry, brings together thousands of housing professionals, executives, and advocates from across the country. At this year's Apartmentalize held in New Orleans,... Continue Reading
Due to voter registration numbers, Democrat Xavier Becerra should be elected Governor in our November election against Republican Steve Hilton. Governor Newsom officially endorsed Becerra this week, as did the CA Chamber of Commerce. Continue Reading
Recent events in Southern California have served as a heartbreaking reminder that those involved in rental housing can sometimes encounter unpredictable and potentially dangerous situations. Continue Reading
The BAAQMD's sweeping new regulations are already law, and the clock is ticking. Here's what housing providers, property owners, and renters can expect in the years ahead. Continue Reading
If you own a small rental property in California, you are a target. Not because you've done anything wrong. Because you exist, and Sacramento has decided you have deep pockets worth shaking. Continue Reading
Governor Newson released his May Revise of the CA state budget on Thursday, May 14th. He started by saying CA dominates in manufacturing, agriculture, innovation, referencing the three major IPSOs coming up later this year. Continue Reading
The Legislature is now hearing bills in policy committees through May 8th, taking a spring recess the week before Easter. Continue Reading
CalRHA is pleased to share that our local affiliate, the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles (AAGLA), has secured a decisive victory on behalf of rental housing providers in a legal challenging involving two local ordinances. Continue Reading
The California Rental Housing Association (CalRHA) held its annual Legislative Convening in Sacramento on April 14 and 15, 2026. Continue Reading
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has released an updated edition of its Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Handbook, reflecting recent changes to State ADU Law effective January 1, 2026. Continue Reading