Three months ago, @mkballinger, @adatseng and I launched the new utility journalism team -- service journalism for a SoCal audience.

Today, we launched our first project: your guide to L.A.'s confusing rental market https://www.latimes.com/your-guide-to-rental-housing-in-southern-california
Your guide to rental housing in Southern California

If you're like most people in Southern California, you live in a rental.

https://www.latimes.com/your-guide-to-rental-housing-in-southern-california
I dug deep in California security deposit law, and got my own security deposit back in full in the process: https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-get-your-security-deposit-back-in-california
How to get your security deposit back in California

What you can do before, during and after your tenancy to get as much of your security deposit back as possible, plus what to do in case of a dispute with your landlord.

https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-get-your-security-deposit-back-in-california
. @adatseng did an exhaustive guide to moving without wanting to throw all your belongings into the ocean: https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-move-in-and-out-efficiently
Here's how to move in and move out efficiently and with as little stress as possible

Moving often brings a lot of stress and anxiety. But local moving professionals explain how some extra planning can make your move day go smoothly.

https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-move-in-and-out-efficiently
... with bonus tips for moving during COVID https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-move-safely-as-safely-as-possible-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
How to move as safely as possible during the COVID-19 pandemic

Whether you’re moving yourself or hiring professionals, here are some recommendations on how to move during the pandemic.

https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-move-safely-as-safely-as-possible-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
. @rachelschnalzer looked at your options for preventing evictions right now: https://www.latimes.com/business/newsletter/2020-10-27/eviction-protections-covid-19-rent-landlord-business
Worried about getting evicted? Here’s a breakdown of your protections

An eviction notice isn't the end of the line. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many ways to fight it.

https://www.latimes.com/business/newsletter/2020-10-27/eviction-protections-covid-19-rent-landlord-business
And Tara Paniogue, who wisely does not tweet, lays out your options for finding pet-friendly rentals here: https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/pets-and-rental-housing-what-you-need-to-know-los-angeles
Pets and rental housing: What you need to know

If you are planning to rent an apartment or house and have a pet, here's a guide to searching for the right place and negotiating with a landlord.

https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/pets-and-rental-housing-what-you-need-to-know-los-angeles
Diego Medrano and @ctorozco teamed up to find affordable housing options in Southern California: https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/section-8-and-other-affordable-housing-options
How to find and apply for affordable housing programs, such as Section 8

Affordable housing, such as Section 8 and public housing, is available, but it often requires navigating applications and government agencies. Here's what you need to know.

https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/section-8-and-other-affordable-housing-options
. @adatseng and I have never met in person, but after three months of working together AND finding out we have the same birthday, I strongly feel we'd be good roommates. She wrote about how to find your own: https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-find-a-compatible-roommate
How to find a compatible roommate

To find the right roommate, you might first have to find yourself. Here are tips and strategies for making a roommate match and keeping the relationship healthy.

https://www.latimes.com/homeless-housing/story/2020-11-11/how-to-find-a-compatible-roommate
All of this was art-directed by Micah Fluellen, with amazing illustrations by @moniwray
All of this was art-directed by Micah Fluellen, with amazing illustrations by @moniwray
All of this was art-directed by Micah Fluellen, with amazing illustrations by @moniwray
All of this was art-directed by Micah Fluellen, with amazing illustrations by @moniwray
All of this was art-directed by Micah Fluellen, with amazing illustrations by @moniwray
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