Practical guidance for handling everyday landlord responsibilities—communication, documentation, notices, forms, and decision-making strategies to help you stay organized and avoid common mistakes.
#4 in our new Mindset Shift series examines why written documentation reins supreme over verbal agreements. 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
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
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
A playback recording of our ever-popular educational session about mold. The live stream was on April 08, 2025. Continue Reading
Article #1 of our new series, Mindset Shift: From Friendly to Legally Smart Continue Reading
Article #2 in our Mindset Shift: From Friendly to Legally Smart series Continue Reading
A climbing wall or treehouse may seem innocent, but it could be an attractive nuisance that exposes you to liability. Here’s how to handle unauthorized tenant modifications and protect your property. Continue Reading
Received a mold report? Don’t panic! This step-by-step guide walks you through seven essential steps to properly assess, address, and prevent mold issues—keeping both your property and your residents protected. Continue Reading
An overview of AB 2801, the new state law amending Civil Code 1950.5 to mandate photo documentation for security deposit deduction justification. Continue Reading
Common tenant-related causes of mold and what rental housing providers can and should do to safeguard their properties Continue Reading
A breakdown of when landlords must allow testing, when they can refuse, and what you’re actually required to do under the law. Continue Reading
