Additional Information for Berrada Properties Management, Inc.

The following describes a pending government action that has been formally brought by a government agency but has not yet been resolved. We are providing a summary of the government’s allegations, which have not yet been proven.

Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced the filing of a civil law enforcement action against Youssef (Joe) Berrada and his property management company, Berrada Properties Management, Inc.

The complaint alleges that Mr. Berrada and Berrada Properties Management, Inc., violated Wisconsin landlord-tenant law by including illegal provisions in leases, illegally charging tenants late rent fees and court fees, and engaging in illegal security deposit deduction practices. The complaint also alleges that Defendants engaged in several illegal practices while remodeling newly acquired buildings with existing tenants, including: forcing tenants out of their apartment, throwing away tenant property, and entering apartments at unreasonable times and without proper notice.

“Wisconsin law provides important protections for renters, and violations of our landlord-tenant laws can significantly affect the lives of people who are harmed by those violations,” said AG Kaul. “The Wisconsin Department of Justice is committed to protecting the public, including from the kinds of unlawful practices alleged in this case.”

On 1/10/22, BBB sent Berrada Properties Management Inc. a letter for a detected Pattern of Complaints. These complaints pertain to consumers alleging unsanitary conditions in rented units, safety issues, and lack of communication from Berrada Properties Management.

On 2/14/22, Berrada Properties responded to this letter, stating that they work hard to resolve tenant issues and complaints in a timely manner. They also stated that as many of the buildings that they manage are older, they may be in disrepair with a large backlog of deferred maintenance. They state they have a large staff that responds to requests for service and repair, and most issues are responded to and resolved within a day or two.