San Francisco Apartment Association
San Francisco Apartment Magazine

Features

The State of the Nation’s Housing 2007 – Executive Summary
by Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies

Protected Tenants: Issues with Condo Conversions & Building Sales
by Lawrence M. Scancarelli & Jerod Hendrickson

The Alhambra Apartments: A Symbol of Owner and Resident Pride
by Robert Shurell

A 6.14 Primer
by Andrew J. Wiegel & Clifford E. Fried

Columns

LILY’S DIARY
Nice Landlords Finish Last
by Lily

Lending Advice
The Logical Direction of Interest Rates
by Mark Levine

onsite insight
“Special” Tenants Provide a Good Education
by Riley

The Other Side
Avoiding Unit Entry Problems
by J. Wallace Oman

The Property Management Shop
Enforce Your Rental Agreement
by Marc Wilson

Legal Corner Q & A
Problems with Parking and Pets
by Various Authors

Sacramento Report
Tenant Screening: A Small Investment for Better Financial Returns
by Monica Williamson

membership

Education
Get Educated Today with SFAA
by Vanessa Khaleel

Education
Staying Educated: The CCRM Designation Programs
Michelle L. Horneff-Cohen

SFAA News

PUC Supports Passthrough
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has agreed to support a passthrough on its new, higher water and sewage rates.

SFAA Trade Show September 17
SFAA is pleased to announce that its 2007 boutique trade show will be held on September 17 at Fort Mason from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Ellis Act Legislation Fails
In June, a state bill that would have seriously curtailed an owner’s right to use the Ellis Act was narrowly defeated.

Quicker Processing at DBI
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection has announced an overhaul of its over-the-counter services.

CCRM for Fall
This fall’s California Certified Residential Manager courses start October 3, 2007, and will be held on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Fort Mason.

How to Use New Online Services
As many SFAA members know, the association has put several important leasing services online, including the brand new SFAA Residential Rental Agreement.

Trophy Sponsorship Now Available
Sponsorship opportunities are now available for the SFAA Trophy Awards.