BPOA for Realtors: Compliance, Confidence, and Connections

Posted By: BPOA Master Free Resources, Membership & Benefits,

If you lease or manage rental housing in Berkeley, California, you already know this isn’t your average rental market.
From strict rent control and just cause eviction laws to evolving local ordinances and required city forms, working in Berkeley means navigating one of the most complex regulatory landscapes in the country.

That’s where the Berkeley Property Owners Association (BPOA) comes in.

Since 1980, BPOA has been the trusted source for rental housing compliance education in Berkeley. With our Realtor Membership, licensed real estate professionals who serve as leasing agents or property managers can access the tools, information, and local context they need to work effectively—and support their clients with confidence.


Why Join BPOA as a Realtor?

Whether you manage a single rental unit or dozens of doors, BPOA helps you:

Stay Compliant
  • Access Berkeley-specific lease documents and required city forms

  • Get timely updates when policies change or new requirements are introduced

  • Understand Rent Board registration processes, eviction notice procedures, and applicable fees


Work With Confidence
  • Use our member support email line to ask procedural questions and get clarity on rental operations

  • Learn about tenant screening, security deposits, lease terms, and renewals

  • Navigate common challenges with confidence and help reduce the risk of avoidable errors


Build Connections
  • Network with housing providers, vendors, and other real estate professionals

  • Attend exclusive workshops and webinars focused on Berkeley rental practices

  • Stay up to date with our monthly newsletter and searchable compliance blog


Ready to Join?

Our Realtor Membership is open to any licensed leasing agent or property manager who works with Berkeley rental housing.
Join today and get the local support you need to operate with confidence in Berkeley’s one-of-a-kind rental market.

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