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In this one-hour Zoom seminar, Sam Sorokin will walk housing providers through the lease renewal process, focusing on when renewing makes sense, when it may not, and how to approach the renewal “ask” thoughtfully and lawfully. (Originally aired 02/05/2026) Continue Reading
Rodent issues can quickly become maintenance and habitability concerns. Learn why some housing providers choose exclusion-based rodent control, how the process works, and what to expect from inspection through monitoring. Continue Reading
Practical guidance for handling smoking and odor complaints in Berkeley smoke-free rental housing, including ordinance requirements, documentation strategies, and what owners can realistically expect from enforcement. Continue Reading
Berkeley's Rental Housing Safety Program team, Angel Sindayen, Sloan Fiddler, and Andre Kidd, break down the inspection process, including the difference between proactive and complaint-based inspections, explain the RHSP Self-Certification Checklist (SCC), how annual fees are determined, and more! Continue Reading
Inside this issue: Owner Move-In, Ellis Act, or Tenant Buyout?; Empty Empires; Berkeley Apartment Complex is Foreclosed; Berkeley's Tallest-Ever Dorm; Muni Parcel Tax Cost-Sharing; Landlording with Mark, the Nuts & Bolts, and more... Continue Reading
Indoor moisture is part of daily living, but excess humidity and unnoticed leaks can cause damage over time. This guide explains how moisture forms, how it becomes trapped, and how owners and residents can work together to prevent problems. Continue Reading
Learn how to use the Visual Paradigm viewer for BPOA’s online newsletter (and affiliate newsletters): start in full screen, navigate pages, zoom up to 500%, switch layouts, read in text mode, download or print as a PDF, and use search, annotations, and audio features. Continue Reading
Inside this issue: Down to the Wire for Local Taxpayer Protection; Too Much Giddyup, Not Enough Whoa; AB 1157 Was an Existential Threat to California Rental Housing; Take the survey: "Are Squatters a Problem?"; Overview of the California State Budget; Continue Reading
RHSP compliance requires more than an inspection: owners must complete the SCC each year, keep it on file, provide tenant copies, and pay the annual City fee. This guide explains what Berkeley housing providers must do by July 1. Continue Reading
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are required by California law in rental housing. This guide explains installation requirements, clarifies owner and resident responsibilities, and outlines why alarms must remain installed, operable, and free from tampering at all times. Continue Reading
Berkeley’s Business License does not apply to all landlords. For residential rentals, it is generally triggered only if you own 3+ units on one parcel or 5+ rental units citywide. This guide explains how those thresholds work in practice. Continue Reading
Plumbing systems can clog from normal buildup, aging infrastructure, or improper disposal of materials. This guide explains common causes of drain problems, clarifies the owner's and residents' responsibilities, and outlines safe practices to help prevent costly plumbing repairs. Continue Reading
