Membership Information
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Regular Member
BPOA Members, known as Regular Members, encompass rental housing providers, property managers, and property management firms. A Regular Membership spans one year and offers valuable privileges, including access to our comprehensive collection of Rental Housing Forms, thoughtfully crafted by legal experts for Berkeley-specific leasing needs, along with various other rental housing forms.
Moreover, Regular Members enjoy attending free educational sessions, engaging in quarterly social mixers, and receiving our informative monthly newsletter, keeping them up-to-date with industry insights and developments.
To access BPOA's Rental Housing Forms, you must join as a Regular Member. Membership is renewed annually, with a base fee of $375, supplemented by an additional $20 for each rental unit per parcel you own/manage, whether owned solely or in partnership. For the 2024 calendar year, there is a one-time $30 per unit assessment for political fights.
About the assessment: 2024 is a make-or-break year for rental housing providers, with potential threats to your rights looming in the upcoming elections. BPOA and BRHC are gearing up to defend against these challenges, but we need your immediate support. Time is of the essence, and your urgent support will be the driving force behind our fight for your rights in 2024. Act now to safeguard the future of rental housing
Introductory offer for new Regular Member applicants: Enter the promo code BPOA25 to receive a 25% discount on your first year of membership dues.
Please note: All new membership applications will be reviewed within 24 hours. Access to our Members-Only content (such as Rental Housing Forms) will be restricted until your membership has been approved.
BRHC Member
The Berkeley Rental Housing Coalition (BRHC) serves as BPOA's legal and political advocacy division. BRHC Members enjoy an elevated membership status and contribute crucial financial support to advocate for equitable and balanced rental housing policies. With the help of a dedicated Government & Legal Affairs Director, BRHC engages in lobbying efforts on behalf of its members.
In addition to the benefits offered to Regular Members of BPOA, BRHC members receive personalized assistance and enhanced communications pertaining to significant rental housing policies and industry updates. This ensures members stay well-informed and empowered in navigating the rental housing business landscape.
The fee structure for membership with BRHC is based on a rate of $150 per unit of ownership (please note there is a $500 minimum membership dues) and membership is renewed annually. In 2024, there is a one-time $30 per unit fee to fund fighting against destructive housing policy at both the state and local levels.
About the assessment: 2024 is a make-or-break year for rental housing providers, with potential threats to your rights looming in the upcoming elections. BPOA and BRHC are gearing up to defend against these challenges, but we need your immediate support. Time is of the essence, and your urgent support will be the driving force behind our fight for your rights in 2024. Act now to safeguard the future of rental housing
Please note: All new membership applications will be reviewed within 24 hours. Access to our Members-Only content will be restricted until your membership has been approved.
Associate Member
Associate Members comprise professionals and companies offering products and services to the rental housing industry, irrespective of their ownership of rental properties in Berkeley. While excluding access to our Content Library, this membership tier offers valuable benefits. Members at this level gain visibility by being listed in our esteemed Industry Partner Directory. They also have the opportunity to showcase their products or services to our membership through a 30-to-60-minute Zoom webinar or can contribute one article per year (500 words or fewer) for publication in our newsletter. Additionally, they enjoy a 10% discount on our annual ad rates.
The fee for Associate Membership is $399 and renews annually.
Supporting Member
Berkeley Property Owners Association Supporting Members are those who do not own rental housing in Berkeley but want to support our legislative, political, and legal issues. Memberships are valid for one year and provide a complimentary subscription to the monthly BPOA newsletter. Membership is annual with a $150 minimum contribution.
Please note: This membership cannot access Members-Only content or event registration.