IPME Greater Los Angeles

PropTech and the Future of Rental Housing

Discover the future of real estate at the Greater Los Angeles Income Property Management Expo (IPME), the premier event for property owners, managers, and real estate professionals looking to elevate their business in today’s tech-driven market. This year’s expo puts a spotlight on PropTech innovation and emerging technologies transforming how properties are managed, maintained, and monetized. From smart building systems and AI-driven management tools to sustainable energy solutions and advanced tenant experience platforms, attendees will explore the cutting edge of property management. Don’t miss the chance to network with industry leaders, attend expert-led seminars, and experience firsthand the technologies shaping the next generation of income property success.

Conference Schedule

We are returning to Pasadena on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026, to discuss emerging technologies transforming rental housing—smart building systems, AI-driven management tools, energy efficiency solutions, security innovations, and more!

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IPME Masterclass Series

9:15 AM

Industry Panel: Real Talk from the Industry’s Experts

Join respected property management professionals as they share honest perspectives, proven strategies, and practical solutions to the challenges facing today’s rental housing industry. Hear what has worked, what hasn’t, and how experienced operators are adapting to California’s rapidly changing regulatory and operational landscape.

10:15 AM

Industry Panel: “Combating Rental Fraud: Protecting Your Property from Costly Scams”

Fraud Prevention and Resident Screening Operations

11:15 AM

Industry Panel: “Surviving California’s Compliance Maze: Operational Risks Every Manager Should Know”

Legal Update & Compliance Forecast for California Housing Providers

12:15 PM

Industry Panel: Preventative Maintenance for Aging Assets – When to Repair and When to Replace

Rising costs have made capital planning a critical operational discipline. Many Inland Empire owners are shifting from reactive repairs to preventative maintenance strategies designed to reduce costly emergency calls and extend asset life.

1:15 PM

Michael Brennan, Brennan Law Firm

Screen Smart: New Laws and Tenant Screening Strategies for California Housing Providers

Mike Brennan founded Brennan Law Firm on a set of core principles: to build long-term client relationships by providing highly knowledgeable landlord counseling and leveraging that expertise to deliver exceptional legal representation at a reasonable cost.

2:00 PM

Hiba Exeter, The Exeter Group

Unraveling the Mystery of 1031 Exchanges

Gain a clear understanding of what truly matters in a successful 1031 exchange. This session covers qualified use and like-kind requirements, reinvestment rules, key 45- and 180-day deadlines, and more.

9:30 AM

Tony Watson, Robert Hall Taxes & Associates

Smarter Tax Strategies for Rental Property Owners: What Most Landlords Still Aren’t Doing to Reduce Taxes, Avoid Risk, and Build Long-Term Wealth

10:30 AM

Patti “Widget”, Widget’s Way

“Landlord / Tenant Issues – Effective Communication Screening Compliance & Basics / Landlord’s Role vs. Housing Authority Role

Landlord / Tenant Issues – Effective Communication (HACSB w/ Patti ‘Widget’) Screening Compliance & Basics / Landlord’s Role vs. Housing Authority Role

11:30 AM

Jon Taylor, JRW Investments

Is Now the Right Time to Sell? Transition from Landlord to Investor

With rising insurance premiums, escalating repair and property management costs, and a wave of new tenant-friendly legislation, many real estate investors are questioning whether the effort and expense of active property ownership still makes sense.

12:15 PM

Industry Panel: Preventative Maintenance for Aging Assets: When to Repair and When to Replace

9:45 AM

HACSB Masterclass: Navigating the Leasing Process with Confidence

Navigating the housing authority’s leasing process can be one of the most critical and often misunderstood steps in securing a successful tenancy under the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Delays caused by incomplete documentation, failed inspections, and rent negotiations can impact move-in timelines. In this session, Marnie Squier and Monique Valencia will provide a practical overview […]

10:45 AM

AAGLA Masterclass: James Burling

11:45 AM

AAGLA Masterclass: Angel Rogers (A.I.)

Our Speakers

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Stage 1
Stage 2
IPME Masterclass Series

9:15 AM

Industry Panel: Real Talk from the Industry’s Experts

10:15 AM

Industry Panel: “Combating Rental Fraud: Protecting Your Property from Costly Scams”

Fraud Prevention and Resident Screening Operations

11:15 AM

Industry Panel: “Surviving California’s Compliance Maze: Operational Risks Every Manager Should Know”

Legal Update & Compliance Forecast for California Housing Providers

12:15 PM

Industry Panel: Preventative Maintenance for Aging Assets – When to Repair and When to Replace

1:15 PM

Michael Brennan, Brennan Law Firm

Screen Smart: New Laws and Tenant Screening Strategies for California Housing Providers

2:00 PM

Hiba Exeter, The Exeter Group

Unraveling the Mystery of 1031 Exchanges

9:30 AM

Tony Watson, Robert Hall Taxes & Associates

Smarter Tax Strategies for Rental Property Owners: What Most Landlords Still Aren’t Doing to Reduce Taxes, Avoid Risk, and Build Long-Term Wealth

10:30 AM

Patti “Widget”, Widget’s Way

“Landlord / Tenant Issues – Effective Communication Screening Compliance & Basics / Landlord’s Role vs. Housing Authority Role

Landlord / Tenant Issues – Effective Communication (HACSB w/ Patti ‘Widget’) Screening Compliance & Basics / Landlord’s Role vs. Housing Authority Role

11:30 AM

Jon Taylor, JRW Investments

Is Now the Right Time to Sell? Transition from Landlord to Investor

12:15 PM

Industry Panel: Preventative Maintenance for Aging Assets: When to Repair and When to Replace

9:45 AM

HACSB Masterclass: Navigating the Leasing Process with Confidence

10:45 AM

AAGLA Masterclass: James Burling

11:45 AM

AAGLA Masterclass: Angel Rogers (A.I.)

VIP Sponsors (2026)

The IPME Exhibit Hall showcases industry-leading service providers offering cost-effective maintenance, management & operational strategies for multifamily, commercial, or residential rental properties!