A step-by-step guide to identifying lease breaches, writing compliant violation notices, and serving them correctly. Learn best practices and avoid common errors that can weaken your position under Berkeley and California law. Continue Reading
Video Library
Watch and Learn: On-Demand Guidance for Berkeley Housing Providers
Missed a live webinar? Looking for a visual walkthrough of Berkeley’s rental rules or best practices? You’ll find it all here. The Video Library features recordings of BPOA’s most popular webinars and compliance briefings, available to watch anytime. Whether you’re catching up or revisiting a topic, these sessions offer clear, practical explanations of the issues that matter most to local housing providers.
Replay of BPOA’s November 5, 2025, live webinar with CPA Kelly Creed-Davenport, covering key provisions of the new “One Big Beautiful” tax act and practical year-end planning moves for housing providers to maximize savings before December 31st. Continue Reading
Recorded October 30, 2025 — In this BPOA webinar, Joey Wang and Danny Winkler share insights on Berkeley’s rental-property sales market — from small 1–4 unit buildings to larger multifamily properties — and what owners should consider before selling. Continue Reading
Learn strategies to protect your rental property, minimize risk, and plan for a smooth transition to the next generation. Attorney Phil Shekerlian also covers key updates from the new federal bill affecting housing providers. Recorded October 1, 2025 – BarthCalderon LLP Continue Reading
Learn how to attract more qualified applicants—faster. This hands-on session walks you through Intellirent’s marketing tools to help your listings stand out across dozens of platforms. Whether you're new to online leasing or ready to level up your strategy, this is where to start. Continue Reading
Learn how new state laws impact security deposits and rental applications. This webinar covers key legal changes, compliance tips, and best practices to protect your business and plan your next tenancy with confidence. Presented by BPOA Executive Director, Krista Gulbransen Continue Reading
A fast-paced legal session on protecting yourself from tenant lawsuits and limiting liability through proper insurance, legal structures, and compliance. Continue Reading
Explore the key elements of rental housing compliance in Berkeley, including the rent stabilization ordinance and its laws. Learn about the registration process, rent ceilings, and eviction protections. Discover special exemptions like the golden duplex rule and the Costa Hawkins Rental Act and more Continue Reading
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
A playback recording of our April 3, 2025, live stream with nationally recognized asset protection attorney David Calderon, Esq. Continue Reading
A playback recording of our ever-popular educational session about mold. The live stream was on April 08, 2025. 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