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The Costa-Hawkins Act of 1996 is a critical law governing a local jurisdiction's power to enact rent control on certain rental units. It was originally written to exempt newly constructed units in an effort to encourage new construction and exempted any unit built after the inception of... Continue Reading

How to offer a modern tenant amenity by providing electric vehicle charging at your multi-unit property. Continue Reading

With competing ballot measures in Berkeley, tenants' advocates get their wish list passed. Continue Reading

December 2024 Newsletter Editorial Continue Reading

Measure BB Has Passed; Voters Pass Prop 34; Rents Up in SF, But Oakland Lags; The Nuts & Bolts; Landlording with Mark; EVs: Financial Incentives & Direct Metering; Editorial; Coalition Corner; Quote of the Month; Geography Quiz III; Monthly Events Calendar Continue Reading

BPOA is adjusting membership dues to ensure our team remains fully knowledgeable and equipped to meet your needs, providing the expert guidance and support you rely on. Thank you for your continued commitment to our community! Continue Reading

Managing early lease terminations in Berkeley: a guide for rental housing providers Continue Reading

The Berkeley rental property scene Continue Reading

What's Inside? The 2025-2026 Budget; Section 8; Balcony Inspections, and more! Continue Reading

California’s guidelines for rent increases and entry notices. Continue Reading

Annual security deposit interest requirements Continue Reading

Important updates for Berkeley rental property owners regarding the Annual General Adjustment (AGA) for 2025 and the requirements for serving proper notice of a rent increase. Continue Reading