Knowledge Hub

The Knowledge Hub curates BPOA’s most valuable educational resources—articles, recorded webinars, and more—organized by topic for quick access. Whether you’re tackling a rent registration issue, preparing for move-in, or trying to understand a new regulation, this is where you’ll find topic-specific guidance, fast.

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Showing Tenant-Occupied Units: What’s Legal, What’s Practical, and What Actually Works
Showing Tenant-Occupied Units: What’s Legal, What’s Practical, and What Actually Works

You have the legal right to show a tenant-occupied unit, but it's not always easy! Read on for practical advice: Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/30/2025


Tenant Notice at End of Lease: Your Rights and Limits Under Berkeley Law
Tenant Notice at End of Lease: Your Rights and Limits Under Berkeley Law

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

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/30/2025


Berkeley Rental Ad Compliance Checklist: 2025 Edition
Berkeley Rental Ad Compliance Checklist: 2025 Edition

Use this guide before posting your rental listing! Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/29/2025


Mindset Shift: From "Assuming Good Faith" to "Trust, but Verify"
Mindset Shift: From "Assuming Good Faith" to "Trust, but Verify"

Article #3 in our series: A written screening policy is your best protection. It ensures that every applicant is evaluated consistently, fairly, and legally — not based on gut feelings, but on objective criteria. Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/28/2025


What To Do When You Purchase a Berkeley Property With Tenants and No Leases
What To Do When You Purchase a Berkeley Property With Tenants and No Leases

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

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/28/2025


April 2025 Issue
April 2025 Issue

Warning: There's a New Type of ADA Lawsuit; Local Law Changes You Can't Afford to Miss; CalRHA State Policy Update for March; State Laws for Rental Housing in 2025; North Berkeley BART Housing Project Delayed; Berkeley, America's Healthiest City!; Landlording with Mark; Coalition Corner; Nuts & Bolt Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/1/2025


Flipbook Edition: April 2025 Newsletter
Flipbook Edition: April 2025 Newsletter

Dive into the April 2025 newsletter in flipbook format! This digital format has many tools, including text-to-talk and and screen magnification. It can even be downloaded to your browser and magnified up to 500%! Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/1/2025


Mindset Shift: Just Fixing It vs. Documenting Everything
Mindset Shift: Just Fixing It vs. Documenting Everything

Article #1 of our new series, Mindset Shift: From Friendly to Legally Smart Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/1/2025


Mindset Shift: Being Understanding vs. Waiving Your Rights
Mindset Shift: Being Understanding vs. Waiving Your Rights

Article #2 in our Mindset Shift: From Friendly to Legally Smart series Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/1/2025


Positive Rental Payment History Reporting: New Requirements Starting April 1, 2025
Positive Rental Payment History Reporting: New Requirements Starting April 1, 2025

Unsure whether the new state law, AB 2747, applies to you? Read on to learn more! Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted04/1/2025


Positive Rental Payment Reporting
Positive Rental Payment Reporting

State law requiring offering tenant the ability to have their positive rental payment information reported to a nationwide credit agency. Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted03/14/2025


Recorded Webinar: 🚨 New Laws Affecting Your Rental Property in 2025
Recorded Webinar: 🚨 New Laws Affecting Your Rental Property in 2025

A playback recording of our March 6, 2025, expert-led webinar hosted by local landlord attorney, Steve Williams of Fried, Williams, Grice Conner LLP. With so many new laws on the books, this deserves a watch...and a re-watch! Continue Reading

Postedby Steve Williams
Date posted03/13/2025