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From a public policy perspective, there are several changes to the law both locally and state-wide. Some of the new state laws went into effect on January 1 and others will be introduced over the course of the first half of the year. Continue Reading
Local landlord attorney, Daniel Bornstein, gives an overview of the revisions to Civil Code 1950.6, the result of legislation aimed to enhance transparency in the tenant application process, and summarizes the rules for housing providers who charge tenant application & screening fees. Continue Reading
The debate over billionaires—whether they are a detriment to society or essential drivers of innovation and economic growth. Here's our editor, Albert Sukoff's take -- Continue Reading
ADU Amnesty Program; Measure MM Class Action Lawsuit; Navigating Tenant Screening Law; Help with Positive Rent Payment Reporting; Rent Prices Soar in Wake of LA Fires; Hiring the Right Painter for Your Property; Coalition Corner; The Nuts & Bolts; Landlording with Mark; Monthly Event Calendar Continue Reading
New Law Alert! In 2024, we saw the end of the differentiation between furnished and unfurnished units and new limits on security deposits. 2025 brings in more new laws - this one requires photo evidence for those planning to recoup damages from security deposit funds! Read on to learn more... Continue Reading
BPOA board president, Dan Lieberman, shares practical tips for getting your properties in better financial shape in the new year. Continue Reading
What's inside? Governor's Executive Orders; Insurance Coverage Protections, 2025 Housing Outlooks; Landlord/Tenant Q&A, and more! Continue Reading
See what's changed with the implementation of Measure BB. Continue Reading
This webinar breaks down Measure BB and key changes to state law affecting rental housing providers. Learn how these updates impact your rights, responsibilities, and rental operations. Stay informed and prepared for the evolving legal landscape. Continue Reading
What's Inside? Insurance Commissioner; CalRHA's Solution to Trespassing; 80% Earthquake Safe? and more! Continue Reading
Required notices to all tenancies in Berkeley, at the inception of the tenancy Continue Reading
New Year's Resolutions for Landlords; Landlords Using AI to Raise Rents; Nuts & Bolts; Renting to Pet Owners is a Win; Landlording with Mark; Measure BB & Master Meter Properties Continue Reading
