Rental Housing Topics

Understanding Reasonable Cleanliness, Move-Out Inspections, and Legal Deposit Deductions 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

A directory of NAA affiliates across the state for members with rental properties outside of Berkeley. 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

Owning rental property in Berkeley can be rewarding, but it’s never simple. With one of the most complex rent control ordinances in the country and a city government that frequently updates local laws and fees, small mistakes can have big consequences. Continue Reading

#4 in our new Mindset Shift series examines why written documentation reins supreme over verbal agreements. Continue Reading

What's Inside: ICE Advice; CalRHA Public Policy Update; A Short Conversation with the RSB; Berkeley's ADU Amnesty Program May Set an Example; ADU Amnesty: Program Details; Landlording with Mark; Editorials; Coalition Corner; Events and more! Continue Reading

Access all of the 2025 issues from one place! 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

"How Should I Price My Rental?" Members often ask us how much they should charge for rent. While it's a natural question, it's important to understand that we cannot provide specific rental pricing or share what other members are charging. That could be considered collusion, which is illegal... Continue Reading

Under Berkeley’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance, the treatment of housing services—such as parking, storage, laundry, or utilities—depends on whether the rental unit is fully covered (subject to rent control and eviction protections) or partially covered (subject only to eviction protections). 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