Welcome A LETTER FROM EBRHA CEO DEREK BARNES
exit the business of providing rental housing this year – primarily due to the pandemic’s economic impacts and increasing regulation. After over 80 years in business, EBRHA is inimitably familiar with the natural cycle of rental property ownership in the East Bay. While there are always sellers in the market, there are also buyers. Owning real estate in geographies that continue to appreciate is still a good investment for many. Nevertheless, the economics and operations of running rental properties are constantly changing and becoming more restrictive, as we’ve all seen – especially over the last two years. Our strategies and tactics for managing our businesses must also change. Access to forms, resources, expertise, and networking are some of the key benefits of being a member of a trade association like EBRHA.
Derek Barnes
Dear EBRHA Members,
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s we welcome 2022 and gear up for the year ahead, we’d like to express our gratitude for being your trusted resource in navigating the complexities and challenges of owning, managing and maintaining rental properties. Since early 2021, EBRHA has introduced a wide array of new services and programs focused on helping members achieve their business goals while supporting the broader housing community. I am thrilled to report that we welcomed more than 400 new members to EBRHA in 2021! That's tremendous growth. However, we must also acknowledge our small property owners who have chosen to 6 WINTER Q1 2022 / EBRHA.COM
Despite another challenging year, the association hit significant milestones and achieved positive outcomes within the East Bay rental housing community. Here are some 2021 highlights: • Launched three new membership levels with simplified pricing structures to offer support, services and benefits more tailored to member needs • Rebranded and relaunched our Rental Housing magazine and introduced a new monthly newsletter, Rentrospect • Presented over 70 educational and informational webinars, spanning a wide range of topics to keep EBRHA members well informed • Awarded a grant from Alameda County to help distribute the county’s allocation of $126M in Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)
