Jason Oppenheim is calling out L.A. landlords for price gouging amid the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. In an interview on BBC One’s *Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg*, the real estate expert shared a concerning example of a landlord attempting to overcharge a potential renter. Initially listing a property for $13K a month, the landlord raised the price to $23K when a client offered $20K after the fires began, marking a near 100% increase.
Oppenheim highlighted that California has price gouging laws in place, but they are being ignored in this case, stressing that this is not the time to take advantage of people in a disaster. With the wildfires burning over 40,000 acres and killing at least 16 people, many in areas like Pacific Palisades, Malibu, and West L.A. have lost their homes, and Oppenheim expressed concern that the situation could get worse without intervention.
Additionally, local officials, including Sheriff Robert Luna and L.A. Police Chief Jim McDonnell, have warned citizens to be cautious of scammers during this crisis, as tragedy can bring out the worst in people. Oppenheim’s comments reflect a broader worry about the impact of price gouging during this devastating time.
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