Stay up to date on required filings, deadlines, and legal obligations for rental housing providers under local ordinances, California law, and federal regulations. This category includes Rent Board registration rules, annual fee notices, security deposit interest, new legislation, and compliance with laws like the ADA and Fair Housing Act.
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If you missed the livestream on May 8th, don’t miss the playback. Clifford Fried, leading landlord-tenant attorney and partner at Fried, Williams Grice Conner LLP, guides BPOA members through key issues in college student rentals. A must-watch for any housing provider who rents to students! Continue Reading
Berkeley rental property owners: stay on top of your annual registration obligations. This quick reference guide breaks down the 2025–2026 Rent Board fees by unit type and outlines key compliance steps. Continue Reading
Learn when and how to use the 30-day Pay Rent or Quit notice required under the CARES Act for certain federally backed or subsidized properties. Continue Reading
If your property was built before 1978, disturbing painted surfaces, even for routine repairs, can trigger strict federal and state lead safety rules. Continue Reading
Including an auto-renewal clause in a Berkeley lease is legal, but only if you follow very specific rules under Berkeley Municipal Code Chapter 13.79. Continue Reading
Measure BB changed the rules for Berkeley landlords: you can no longer require tenants to sign a new lease at the end of a fixed term. This article explains what happens when a lease ends, how auto-renewal and lease extensions work under the new law, and your options for lawful rent increases. Continue Reading
You have the legal right to show a tenant-occupied unit, but it's not always easy! Read on for practical advice: Continue Reading
As a Berkeley rental housing provider, knowing what to expect when a tenant gives notice to vacate can help you plan the turnover process, protect your rental income, and stay in compliance with state and local law. Continue Reading
What to do if you buy a Berkeley rental property with tenants but no leases. Protect yourself with proper disclosures, documentation, and compliance. Continue Reading
Unsure whether the new state law, AB 2747, applies to you? Read on to learn more! Continue Reading
AB 2801 modified § 1950.5, California's laws governing security deposits, requiring photo documentation to justify deductions. This webinar dissects "Phase One" of the law, which begins on April 1, 2025, and affects move-outs from that day forward. Continue Reading
