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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When a tenant makes a request tied to a disability, do you know whether it’s a reasonable accommodation (a change in rules or services) or a reasonable modification (a physical change to the property)? Continue Reading
ChatGPT said: Survivors of domestic violence have the legal right to end a lease early without penalty. Learn how California law protects tenants seeking safety, what documentation is required, and how housing providers should handle these sensitive situations. Continue Reading
Don’t be misled by the “LA” ESA fee ruling. It was Louisiana, not Los Angeles. California law still prohibits charging ESA fees. Click to read more! Continue Reading
Can tenants claim a right to smoke marijuana in your units? Berkeley’s no-smoking ordinance and Fair Housing rules say otherwise. We’re busting the top myths so housing providers can enforce their policies with confidence. Continue Reading
Learn how to establish firm boundaries with tenants without coming across as defensive. From late rent to common area disputes, these strategies help you hold your line clearly, calmly, and professionally. Continue Reading
E-bikes and scooters are ubiquitous, and California law stipulates that tenants have the right to keep them. Do your leases cover this? Learn what SB 712 requires and why BPOA’s Micromobility Devices Addendum should be part of every lease package - from the start!. Continue Reading
Vacancy dragging on? It may not be the rent. Today’s renters expect bright photos, modern touches, and clear, compliant ads. Learn which affordable upgrades and marketing tweaks make the biggest impact — and why some units linger while others lease fast. Continue Reading
Intellirent billing is based on your settings at the time you send an application invitation. Deleting your credit card information will not necessarily prevent charges. Learn how to avoid surprise fees by confirming “applicant pays” before sending. Continue Reading
The Rent Board has never undergone an audit in its 45-year history. Fees are rising, services are declining, and accountability is overdue. Join us in urging the City Auditor to follow through—send your message today. Continue Reading
In this issue: Earthquake Brace + Bolt Program; Upcoming Redistricting Decision; Housing Problems Under SB 79, and more! Continue Reading
In this issue: AB 1620: Accessible Floor Units; Rent Control Has a Long Record of Ruin; CalRHA Public Policy Update; Application Fraud: In Search of Silver Bullets; The Eviction Showdown: Texas vs. California; Landlording with Mark; Nuts and Bolts; Coalition Corner, Editorials; Events Continue Reading
Breed lists aren’t a defense. ESAs and Service Animals are accommodations, not pets. Make individualized decisions; insurance isn’t an automatic out. Deny only for a current direct threat, fundamental alteration, or true undue burden, and document your reasoning. Continue Reading
