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Selling Sunset Star Exposes Landlords Ripping Off LA Fire Victims

Jason Oppenheim, star of the hit Netflix reality show Selling Sunset, has accused landlords in Los Angeles of illegally hiking up rental prices in the wake of the devastating wildfires. Oppenheim, who heads the luxury real estate brokerage at the center of the show, shared a troubling account of one of his clients being asked for thousands more than the original asking price to rent a home—despite California’s anti-“price gouging” laws that are meant to protect consumers during times of crisis.

This revelation comes as Los Angeles officials issued a stern warning that anyone caught exploiting wildfire victims through scams or price manipulation will face prosecution. The fires have left thousands of people without homes, and displaced residents are facing not only the loss of their property but also soaring rental and hotel fees.

Oppenheim, known for selling some of LA’s most glamorous and expensive properties, explained that his business had been offering free services to those affected by the fires. He noted that his team had received dozens of calls from individuals who had lost their homes in the disaster.

During an interview on BBC One’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Oppenheim shared the details of one incident where a landlord, initially asking for $13,000 per month for a property, rejected a generous $20,000 offer from his client who also proposed paying six months’ rent upfront. The landlord instead demanded $23,000 per month.

Oppenheim expressed frustration over the disregard for California’s price gouging laws, stating, “There are price gouging laws in California, they’re just being ignored right now, and this isn’t the time to be taking advantage of situations.” He also described the emotional toll the disaster had taken on everyone, stating that it had been “emotional for everyone” and describing the heart-wrenching scenes he had witnessed, with “tears in their eyes all day long, literally from the smoke but also just because it’s emotional to see people struggling like this.”

The criticism from Oppenheim highlights growing concerns over the exploitation of vulnerable populations during times of crisis, as many residents of LA are forced to grapple with not only the aftermath of the wildfires but also with the financial strain of inflated living costs.

Courtesy: BBC News

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