Need some help navigating the flipbook toolbar? This article breaks it down! It's also available in a downloadable PDF so you can print a cheat sheet to have on hand. Continue Reading
State law requiring offering tenant the ability to have their positive rental payment information reported to a nationwide credit agency. Continue Reading
What's inside: SB 448 Press Release; SB 448 Bill Summary; One Million Reasons Rent Are High In New York City; Reporting Rent to Credit Bureaus; San Diego Must Act Locally to Expand Rental Assistance; Save Money by Encouraging Residents to Conserve Utilities Continue Reading
What Is the Lease Addendum for Purpose of Future Costa-Hawkins Rent Increase—And When Should You Use It? Read on to find out! Continue Reading
When to use an Offer to Rent, How it Works, and When You Can Claim Daily Damages Continue Reading
This article explains the purpose, obligations, and essential legal elements of BPOA’s Guarantor Agreement when used in Berkeley rental housing. This is not legal advice—when in doubt, consult an attorney. Continue Reading
Roommates move out, romantic partners move in, or new household members are added. Any time there's a change in household composition, it’s smart—and often necessary—to document it in writing. Continue Reading
Who can serve notices to renters? Read on to learn! Continue Reading
Common tenant-related causes of mold and what rental housing providers can and should do to safeguard their properties Continue Reading
Use the table inside to understand what’s allowed, what’s required, and how to stay compliant when a tenant requests to live with a service animal or ESA. Continue Reading
Whether your unit is fully covered, partially covered, or exempt, it’s important to understand how rent reductions affect your legal rights and your ability to adjust rent in the future. Continue Reading
Required notices to all tenancies in Berkeley, at the inception of the tenancy Continue Reading
