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Jeffrey... it's time to make a decision. Robert J is delusional and his posts of fake shenanigans and illegal activity are seriously hurting the credibility of this forum. I'm calling it out.

Ban him or ban me. At this point, it's either sanity or RJ. This forum needs to make a decision. If we both stay, I'm going to keep quickly, directly, and strongly calling out all of his false information and stories. He's a crack pot, and this forum will be better for his absence.

P.S. To my friends and colleagues here: If it's my head on the chopping block, then I wish you all well. It's been great, but it's time for the truth to shine. I've believed that from day 1, and so now it's time to throw down the gauntlet.

Why make it you or him?

Not sure how you could really "ban" one from this board. Ask them not to post maybe? Delete anything they do post? This is older technology and no account needed to post. Even if name is not allowed to post anymore, not hard to come up with another name to post under and continue on (ie. Sid or S i d).

When I took our Mr. Landlord loan back in 2007, the person handling the loan found out first hand how crazy and illegal L.A. Housing treated my loan property. He himself couldn't believe it.

Dennis Block and the AOA have discussed my issues, so many other landlords have it worse, they are afraid to fight back.

The L.A. inspector I talked about in my post was Adrian Gauthier from L.A. Housing 6400 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Suite 610, North Hollywood, CA 91606.

Free Legal Aid, for tenants, have gone up against me, filing false police reports and getting fee's waived for their clients, my tenants I'm trying to evict. I proved to the Clerk and Judge that my tenants has 200K in the bank, when they said they couldn't afford the $410 filing fee. I still had to spend $7,000 on an attorney, while my tenant got $15,000 in free legal aid and fee's waved.

I know it's kind of hard to believe. But the only reason I posted my negative actions with the City, is that soon their tactics will be adopted by your city and I don't want anyone to be caught off guard. While I can only prove around 70% of my posts, that's enough to show what I'm talking about has some merit.

If you watch Tenant Landlord videos from Attorney Dennis Block on YouTube, you will see that half of my trouble are also with his other clients.

It’s more than just those posts Robert. Your posts often sound like the ramblings of a schoolboy. The things you say you have done or are doing like boasts or bravado. Because of the way your posts come off it is very hard to take any useful information you might post seriously. I know that generally if I see your name I just move on without even reading the first sentence.

The Man said a bunch of years ago,

that RJ from CA was the real deal.

Maybe you should check your Ego and Attitude at the door.

RJ from CA brings a sense of humor to this sight,

through the constant thickness of favoritism.

And Ditto, Dodge.

Dodge, because RJ is certifiably insane, and I'm going to keep calling it out until one of us gets banned. I'm going to use strong language, which in the past seems to be the only thing that actually HAS gotten people banned. I'm going to force it: either RJ goes or my repeated STRONLY WORDED POSTS will get me banned.

Don't you find it odd? You can advocate for bull dozing city officials' houses, shutting off power and water to cities, and sneaking fake guns into court here, but don't you dare say anything like the "poop word" or a politician's name because THAT'S OFFENSIVE SPEECH and the censoring software will block your post.

If it were all about free speech or scrolling past stuff, then why can't I write T*rump without the asterisk?

P.S. I didn't even say the poop word and I routinely do not use the names of people or parties to avoid the post censoring software. Not sure what got me banned as "Sid" back in the day. A mystery that never was revealed, but whatever....

Well golly... I guess they removed the old Trump ban. But there has been one in the past, and there still are "words" that get your posts blocked here.

But if you want to tout illegal "strategies" where less experienced people might find them and think "hey this guy does it so I can too".... that's all right. Move along. Nothing to see here.

Oh for Pete's Sake, Sid. His name is right there in the list of topics. Just scroll past him. You are going to give yourself ulcers from all the bile.

Nobody with 2 pennies worth of common sense is going to think they can try what he says in his stories. Give other people some credit. And if they are too stupid to know that it won't work for them, maybe they should not be a landlord and perhaps they should stay off the internet if they can't figure out that not everything on the internet is a good idea.

Sid, I like you and wish to continue reading your post and advise. I doubt you will be banned.

As well, Robert J has also given some good advice before. It sometimes comes in the form of colored TV vs. black and white. People just need to use common sense to understand.

I have also read on here before, just a few weeks ago in fact, where Jeffrey has asked Robert J if he would see him at a conference and hoped to see him again. With that, we can know that Robert J is a legit LL and a friend.

Hey Sid,

The First Amendment is designed to protect speech you don't like - not just the stuff you agree with. We wouldn't need laws to protect ideas we agree with or stories we believe in.

I don't think Jeffrey will start monitoring everyone's stories and ideas and platitudes. I hope he won't.

First, too hard by far. Not worth his time. Second, he knows we all can read and are free to do our own monitoring. Way easier for us to monitor for our own sensibilities than for him to worry about everyone else's.

Plenty of racist, sexist, hateful, cross-political ideas get slipped in here all the time. Sometimes the people who post them don't even realize they are because they are idiots.

My sincere apologies to you WMH. Sometimes I type things here in which I should have used a better choice of words. Paulio of PA actually spoke the words that I should I have used instead. Thanks Paulio for helping me out here.

I absolutely think that much of Roberts stories are great entertainment value. If the purpose of this site is for education, much of his input falls short but it could steer a new investor in the wrong direction.

But does that warrant censorship?

NE,

I need to plead the 5th Amendment here. The more I post here, the more trouble I get into.

BTW- I am renting that house to the young couple who gets paid cash out of the cash register. They do have a bank account with the ability to use Zelle. I am meeting with them tonight to sign the lease and get the deposit and 1st months rent. What I like most about this couple is they are young and 'trainable'. They have not lived long enough to screw up a credit report like all of my other Zillow applicants had done.

I guess I am in the minority. I like RJ's stories.

I like alot of what Robert J has to say.

I can relate to a great deal of the seemingly crazy and outlandish tales he tells. I can because I am from NJ/NYC area where there are some unbelievable things that I have witnessed.

Too, I have had my own experiences in tilting at political/ authoritarian windmills some of which defy belief by those from less frenetic/corrupt areas.

A disagreement with top level 'bosses' in unionised labor; local pols and cops that get testy when their fiefdoms get questioned....and on and on.

Its "Dirty Jersey'. Our state started corruption in the 1700's......the rest of the country followed our example.

For Robert J I am reminded of a movie line:

"Let it go, Jake....its Chinatown."

In any event, I like all of the posters with the variation of ideas and opinions.

I admit I didn't read every post. Just had to scroll down to post that we recently watched an episode of the Twilight Zone about Mr. Frisbee! His outlandish stories and tales were widely known and laughed at, then one day Mr. Frisbee was abducted by aliens..... and well you can guess the rest, nobody believed him!

Do you (anyone) believe in free speech?

I do.

No bans.

If you don't like it, scroll past.

I like Robert J's infatigable spirit and energy. May Jeffrey continue to freely give space to RJ and the rest of us on this "forum".

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I thank those who give me the benefit of the doubt and at least assume that my post are possible. My posts are from my heart about real events that happened to me personally. While they are of gloom and doom, we need to remember that I'm a long time contractor, landlord, investor and property manager. Having done over 10,000 daily/weekly contracting jobs and rented units/homes to over 1000 tenants, my negative situations are only a SMALL percentage of my transactions. Less than a few percent. No need to post the good tenants and City interactions.

But on Tuesday May 13th, 2025 Inspector Adrain Gauthier from the Los Angeles Housing Code Enforcement Division showed up for an inspection of my entire apartment building. He was looking for possible violations, money making things to fine me, make me pull permits and make my life turn upside down.

But instead I stopped him at my driveway gate, denying him access. The City Sent my Notice to my prior home, where I haven't lived for 15 years. That tenant mail was forwarded to Japan.

Adrian Gauthier lied and said they mailed my notice to my current address, posted it on the building.

After a screaming match he called his supervisor and tried to reschedule the inspection for next week, not granting me my 30 day pee-inspection period to ready the property before the violation periods begin.

His phone number is 818-756-1429. If anyone doesn't believe this story that I've posted over the last few days, give him a call..... Robert J. North Hollywood, CA .

The Law Office of Dennis P Block took another case on this same property back in 2007. Same stuff, improper notice, fake violations and legal action against me. I had no right of appeal even though the City make major mistakes, also taking my rights away.

I've been calling him out for years now. Glad others are finally taking notice.

But no one really cares. We have way too many "he adds flavor to the forum!1!1!!" type people here who would rather read lies as long as it fits their world view. Facts don't matter to them.

So no change is likely. But know that I support you, Sid.

-John...

I don't read Robert/Canada's posts because they are so hard to read and so often do not apply to me. I usually don't read Robert J's either, although I might skim them both. I skipped Allie's posts most of the time because of the racism and the woo-woo beliefs. I skip Brad20k's religious postings. I suspect many folks skip my posts.

All good all fine.

But free speech is free speech. If anyone says anything anyone disagrees with, or believes is wrong, anyone is free to say they disagree or believe it is wrong. That's the American way.

OR one can simply ignore. NOT commenting doesn't put you in agreement with them. And putting yourself in the position of savior of the world by saying "But someone might agree or believe them..." if you don't butt in against them is a bit...I'm looking for a word...conceited, maybe? Most people in this group have at least average IQ's, they can figure things out for themselves.

NE, just as I sometimes write an angry email and send it to myself instead of the intended recipient, and then read it over and usually edit or delete it altogether, I think Robert J's threats of Uzi's and flamethrowers and bulldozers and bombs are a form of "getting it out of your system."

If they weren't, I think we'd know a lot more about Robert J in real life :)

Now it could be that we might end up screaming, "Hey I know that guy!" some night while watching the news.

There is no right to "free speech" on a privately run website. As mentioned, this site already censors certain words and topics (not even necessarily because they are offensive -- sometimes just because he'd prefer we not talk about them).

I disagree with the idea that people should just ignore Robert J if they want. He very often replies to posts made by newbies here who are looking for guidance. On multiple occasions, I have watched him give advice that is very likely illegal. The newbies don't know any better yet. So someone that is a regular like me or Sid or whoever has to reply and go "Yeah, please ignore the advice from Robert J -- he makes up stories and what he just suggested is probably illegal."

On Newbies-

When I get advice, I prefer to hear various opinions and approaches and after evaluating, it's on me to decide. Although it's not impossible, it would be pretty difficult to follow bad advice with that approach. If you're diligent on your decision making, you check numerous sources to confirm before you decide. Sources of information extend beyond the posters in the forum. To do otherwise is to abdicate your own responsibility.

Generally, there are enough opinions, facts and experiences to override bad information and if anyone follows bad advice with checking ,that's on them.

"So someone that is a regular like me or Sid or whoever has to reply..."

No you absolutely don't. You have no obligation to this board beyond liking to post and read regularly, as do the rest of us who come here, and sharing your advice and experience if you choose to. You don't HAVE to do that at all. If you went on vacation or to hospital and someone posted what you consider to be a wrong answer to a question, it's not on you to hop online to fix it. It's not on Jeffrey either.

It's on the reader, newbie or not, to check the facts for their own city, state and situation.

Ken is correct, Jeffrey can do as he wishes.

Jeffrey can censor speech/topics.

Jeffrey can ban him or me.

When that starts happening, how long would this page be active?

WMH: My point was that someone SHOULD say something when someone posts incorrect information or, even worse, suggests an illegal act as a "solution" to a problem.

The people that AREN'T stepping up and saying something are what really concerns me. The number of people who just say nothing when presented with misinformation is just amazing to me. I can't bite my tongue that much. Those of you who seem to do it all the time are something special, I guess.

First, it is a privately owned site, technically, yes, you CAN go banning whoever you want. I'm not saying that I think Robert J should be banned necessarily -- but I think something should be said to him.

Second, it is concerning to me that you seem to see someone who makes up lies and says they commit illegal acts is somehow similar to people who just have different views than you ("liberals and feminists").

Wanting people to not post illegal acts and lies is very different from wanting people banned who happen to have a different personal view on some issues. They are not the same at all -- and I hope you actually see that.

I prefer you both stay on this site.

CA appears to me to be the most corrupt State ever. RJ just confirms what you see on the news. Without naming them, I'm appalled some bad actors still have their jobs after the latest wildfires.

That said, I enjoy reading RJ's posts even though our corrupt city (Milwaukee) isn't much better. I have learned a few things from RJ and can tell from his posts when things are unusually whacky in his world. No biggie.

While Robt from Ontario is harder to read, I've learned alot from him. Greatly appreciated the lesson on insulation he provided. And thank you for that Robert from Ontario!

My 2 cents…

I appreciate Jeffrey’s unfailing patience. And his moderating to keep this forum clean from spam and radical haters.

We’re all crazy. Some of us just hide it better than others.

I keep thinking back to one of Jeffrey’s key teaching points - listen to a variety of ideas and determine what works for you.

Anyone who has been in this business for a long time, compounded by number of units, has experienced crazy or wild situations.

Mine don’t require a bullet proof vest, but I don’t knock on doors after dark.

Multiply this by the temperament of your municipal authorities.

Quadruple that for California.

(Warning: trends, laws, etc move from Cali and East coast to the Midwest in 5-10 years. Indiana now seals (hides from view) evictions.

Someone smarter than me said “A wise man /woman can learn something from everyone.”

Me? I try to take all that energy to fix someone else and apply it to myself.

PS

Again I was duped into reading an argument, not a LL topic.

My 2c…

Don’t ban anyone. Robert Js posts are fine and entertaining. Disagree with John MI that folks don’t have a brain in their head and need protection from Robert. In fact John’s posts are more apt to generate an Eyeroll from me. But I’d never suggest banning him.

Here's my two cents I find his post very entertaining I find it very interesting I can tell he is very knowledgeable but at the same time many of his posts are so outlandish that they are very unbelievable. I usually read them though for entertainment.

Also I should say that I find Sid's post very informative and I value them very much.

S I D, please don't leave. Your insight, perspective, and information has been valuable to me.

I too am concerned about Newbie's attention to some of Robert J's posts.

But someone running a business should not peruse a chat board and accept the first answer he finds. He should explore more at such a valuable site as Jeffery's. A Newbie has that responsibility as a business owner.

This is an old thread now, but after giving this more thought recently -- and seeing that Sid is indeed gone... And reading the comments from JR above who is also pretty much gone... And reading the comments of those that seem to side with Robert J...

I've decided to also take a break from the site. For at least a few months. Maybe more depending on how life goes. I just find that I'm much happier when I don't read this site sometimes. Less frustrated.

It's not just Robert J -- although it is admittedly a significant part of it. And as I said above, I don't even want him banned necessarily. But I wouldn't have minded Jeffrey at least stepping in and giving some thoughts and/or maybe saying something to him. But it looks like it was once again just completely ignored, unfortunately.

In any case, those who know me know that I do this now and then. Sometimes I just need a break from it. So good luck to all and to the site. Maybe see you in a few months. Or maybe I'll feel like the break is best for long term.

Thanks!

Now I have another person to miss.

My participation here ebbs and flows based on my time, interests and issues rather than specific posters. I don't have an issue with anyone but if I did, I'd be inclined just to keep it moving. Life is far to short to get in contention with someone who is sight unseen on an internet forum.

It occurs to me that the vast majority of people who follow the forum only post occasionally or not at all. I'm coming to that conclusion from the number of folks who attended the conference versus the number of active posters here. I don't think that folks not opting to participate is fatal. That's not to suggest their contributions aren't valuable, but no one has a monopoly on knowledge and experiences.