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  • Rent Law Offers Reprieve to Some of Los Angeles' Most Vulnerable Families

    Jessica Goodheart

    April 29, 2019 |

    Capital & Main |

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    Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

    The temporary passage of a new ordinance has capped rent increases to three percent and allowed some families in Los Angeles County to successfully push back on no-cause, or unjustified evictions. The ordinance provides just-cause protection which requires a landlord to prove a tenant either damaged the property or did not pay their rent on time. The just-cause protection allows families some reprieve from evictions, without which many would be homeless. Tenant advocates are pushing to make the legislation permanent.

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  • This Online Lender Uses Data Analytics To Serve Borrowers Who Lack Credit Scores

    Jessica Goodheart

    June 29, 2017 |

    FastCompany |

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    Response Location: United States, Redwood City, California

    Historically, banks have been largely hesitant to give small loans to individuals, particularly those with little or no credit history, which includes many immigrants and minorities. But an institution called Oportun is willing to bet on the underserved while still staying profitable as a business - they provide increased access to loans by leveraging a solid screening process, online resources, and credit score support for their customers.

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