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Eviction Protection for nonpayment of rent for low-income tenants effective as of July 1, 2022

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As demand for COVID-19 tests reaches an all-time high, DCBA and LA County reminds consumers to use caution and good consumer safety practices when seeking a testing site or at-home testing kit. Learn how to protect your money and personal information.

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Eviction Protection for nonpayment of rent for low-income tenants effective as of July 1, 2022

Eviction Protection for Nonpayment of Rent for Low-Income Tenants Now in Effect

 Eviction Protection for Nonpayment of Rent for Low-Income Tenants Now in Effect 1000 586 Consumer & Business

Are you a low-income tenant living in LA County who has been financially impacted because of COVID-19? As of July 1, 2022, low-income households in Los Angeles County will be protected from eviction for nonpayment of rent under Phase II of the County’s COVID-19 Tenant Protections Resolution. To qualify for this protection, a tenant must…

Minimum Wage in unincorporated LA County is now $15.96

Workers in Unincorporated LA County Must Be Paid At Least $15.96 per Hour

 Workers in Unincorporated LA County Must Be Paid At Least $15.96 per Hour 1000 586 Consumer & Business

The minimum wage in unincorporated areas for Los Angeles County will be $15.96 per hour beginning today, July 1. Some important aspects of the County’s Minimum Wage Ordinance: This ordinance applies to employees who perform at least two hours of work in a week within unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County Employers are required to…

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Borrower Beware: Adjustable-Rate Mortgages On the Rise

 Borrower Beware: Adjustable-Rate Mortgages On the Rise 1000 568 Consumer & Business

Adjustable-rate mortgages are on the rise for prospective home buyers. While some borrowers can take advantage of this, for the majority of borrowers, an adjustable rate mortgage might be a risky investment that could lead to trouble in the future. The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs encourages all prospective buyers to…

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