10/16/2026
California landlords: collecting a rental application fee doesn't automatically mean you can keep it.
Under California Civil Code § 1950.6, landlords must follow specific screening-fee procedures, including rules governing when fees may be collected and when refunds are required.
This short video explains why application review timing, refund deadlines, and accurate records matter.
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