San Francisco Apartment Association

Membership

We're here for you...

the new landlord, the seasoned veteran owner, the resident manager, the property manager. From Rent Control to City Hall, we are working to protect and keep you informed about your rights and the value of your investments. And those of you who’s clientele are SFAA members - you too can be affiliated with us by becoming an Associate Member. Join Today!

What is the cost for membership?

We offer three different types of membership: Regular, Management and Associate.

  • Regular: Starts at a base fee of $250; for every unit that you manage/own in San Francisco, add $4.65. So, if you have a single-family dwelling, your membership cost would be $254.65 ($250 + $4.65). If you own a flat, your membership cost would be $259.30 ($250 + $9.30), and so on.
  • Management: Base fee is $400; for every unit that is managed, addd $$2.65.
  • Associate: Associate Membership is a networking tool for companies and carries a flat fee of $400.

Regular Membership

If you are an owner, manager, trustee, property management company you can become a member of the San Francisco Apartment Association. Not only do you become a member of the SFAA but included is membership in the statewide organization - The California Apartment Association (www.CAAnet.org).

Our benefits include:

  • Unlimited property management advice
    Call us whenever you have a question about policy, rent control or tenant issues.
  • Free online and downloadable forms
    (mail order also available at cost) We have all current state approved forms for your rentals use.
  • Monthly Updates on Proposed Legislation
    Through our monthly magazine, the SFAA keep members updated about proposed laws that could diminish the value of your business.
  • San Francisco Apartment Association Residential Tenancy Agreement (SFAA)
    This newly updated lease is the best form on the market. With 13 pages of lease, house rules and all required lead and mold notices you’ll be well protected. Available in-house, and online for members for a small additional fee.
  • Advice from Experts
    SFAA brings you timely advice from experts on key issues like rent control, insurance planning, earthquake preparedness and pass-throughs on the cost of capital improvements and bonds.
  • Tenant Screening/Credit Reports
    The best way to pre-screen a tenant is through their credit report. Let us run your credit reports, eviction searches, bounced check searches and more.
  • Member Discounts
    Through our Associate Members, we offer member discounts on insurance coverage (including workers compensation and health care), repairs, and many other services. These discounts could save you hundreds of dollars.
  • Legislative Activity
    We keep you informed about local and state legislation. And we are working for you as your voice and landlord lobbyists.
  • SFAA PAC and Legal Fund
    SFAA Political Action Committee screens local issues and candidates to help property owners make informed decisions and advance their interests. The Legal Fund is used to insure the protection of private property rights through timely court action.

Cost

Regular Members (You manage your own property)
$250 / year plus $4.65 for each unit.
For example, a four-unit building owner would pay $268.60, i.e., $250 for base dues and $18.60 for the four units.

Property Management Company (You manage property for other people)
$400 / year plus $2.65 for each unit.
For example, a six-unit building manager would pay $415.90, i.e., $400 for base dues and $15.90 for the six units.

There are 2 ways for Regular Members and Property Management Companies to join SFAA:

Associate Membership

Are you are an industry professional looking to expand your marketing? If so, become affiliated with the San Francisco Apartment Association and join us as an Associate Member and take advantage of all our marketing possibilities.

Benefits include:

  • Monthly listing in our magazine*
  • Online web listing*
  • 10-15% Discount on advertising in our magazine
  • Participate in our annual trade show
  • Sponsor our monthly membership meeting and speak to 200+ property owners
  • Be a education class sponsor and advertise on our class materials and mailers
  • Sponsor hot topics, welcome packages, lobby materials and more...
  • We refer you to our members when they call
  • Attend our monthly membership meeting and distribute your marketing materials, coupons and business cards directly to our members.
  • We introduce you to our members with a SpotLight announcement in our magazine.
  • Subscription to our monthly magazine
*Associate Members of SFAA get a free listing in the SFAA monthly magazine and website. If you're joining SFAA as an Associate Member, please complete our listing form and return to our office:

Listing form - Word version (74KB)
Listing form - PDF version (49 KB)


Cost:

One year of Associate Membership is $430.

There are 2 ways for Associate Members to join SFAA: