The Content Library is your go-to feed for everything BPOA publishes—from blog articles and webinar playbacks to announcements and member newsletters. If we’ve written, posted, or recorded it, you’ll find it here—organized by date, not topic.
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BPOA board president, Dan Lieberman, shares practical tips for getting your properties in better financial shape in the new year. Continue Reading
What's inside? Governor's Executive Orders; Insurance Coverage Protections, 2025 Housing Outlooks; Landlord/Tenant Q&A, and more! Continue Reading
See what's changed with the implementation of Measure BB. Continue Reading
This webinar breaks down Measure BB and key changes to state law affecting rental housing providers. Learn how these updates impact your rights, responsibilities, and rental operations. Stay informed and prepared for the evolving legal landscape. Continue Reading
International applicants often lack U.S. credit, but they can still be screened responsibly. This guide explains how to verify identity, assess financial stability, and evaluate rental history, all while adhering to California law and fair housing rules. Continue Reading
Before you call the locksmith, know the rules. This guide explains when and how rental housing providers can legally change or rekey locks while staying compliant with state and local law. Continue Reading
Whether your unit is fully covered, partially covered, or exempt, it’s important to understand how rent reductions affect your legal rights and your ability to adjust rent in the future. Continue Reading
An overview of Berkeley's "Just Cause for Eviction" rules as of December 20, 2024. Continue Reading
A breakdown of when landlords must allow testing, when they can refuse, and what you’re actually required to do under the law. Continue Reading
Learn when and how you can legally raise the rent in Berkeley. This guide explains notice requirements, lawful rent ceilings, and which rules apply to fully covered, partially covered, and exempt units in 2025. Continue Reading
Learn how to make the most of your BPOA membership—from access to forms and compliance tools to expert-led webinars, advocacy, and events. Whether you're new or returning, this guide helps you unlock every benefit. Continue Reading
Some Berkeley units are “partially covered” by the Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Learn when to use the Notice of Tenant Rights form, how to complete it correctly, and what obligations still apply to owners even without rent ceilings. Continue Reading
