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Tenant Accruing Electrical Debt in Name of Massachusetts Consumer Protection Laws

Posted on December 3rd, 2014 Posted in News - 4 Comments

One example of how National Grid is using the Massachusetts consumer protection laws to continue charging a tenant for electricity she isn't using.

Massachusetts Dual Tax Rates: A Case Study in Worcester

First Published December 2nd, 2014 | Updated December 9th, 2014 Posted in News, taxes - 2 Comments

graph of residential growth vs. real estate tax rates

An in-depth case study of dual real estate tax rates, for Worcester, MA, fiscal year 2015. The discussion may be helpful to other municipalities, as well.

New Craigslist Apartment Rental Scam

Posted on November 20th, 2014 Posted in News - 8 Comments

The latest craigslist apartment rental scam is very obvious once you know these 7 things to look for.

5 Things You’re Doing Wrong with Tenant Screening

First Published November 4th, 2014 | Updated June 25th, 2024 Posted in tenant screening - 9 Comments

Rental Application under Magnifying Glass

Read this list of 5 things you're doing wrong with tenant screening to improve your rental business. Share with your staff.

Two Massachusetts Landlord Groups Join Forces in Tech Startup

First Published October 27th, 2014 | Updated February 4th, 2021 Posted in press releases - 0 Comments

The Small Property Owners Association signed its service contract with MassLandlords in October, 2014. From left to right, Doug Quattrochi, Lenore Monello Schloming, and Skip Schloming.

Worcester and Greater Boston area landlords will connect through new alliance between MassLandlords.net and the Small Property Owners Association (SPOA).

Southern Worcester County Landlord Association Begins MassLandlords.net Service Contract

First Published October 7th, 2014 | Updated February 4th, 2021 Posted in News, press releases - 2 Comments

The Southern Worcester County Landlord Association contracts with MassLandlords to provide some 80 SWCLA members with digital services.

Small Business Candidates’ Night Expected to Draw Large Crowd

First Published October 6th, 2014 | Updated February 4th, 2021 Posted in press releases - 0 Comments

Candidates seeking state and local offices will hold an informational night on Oct. 8, 2014, at the Worcester Technical High School.

At-Risk Kids Learn Life Skills through Positivity & Hip Hop: The Dignity Institute’s 7th Element

First Published September 25th, 2014 | Updated November 20th, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

The Dignity Institute's 7th Element Teaches Kids to Communicate Through Hip-Hop

The Dignity Institute, a Massachusetts 501(c)3, recently launched “the 7th Element” to help at-risk youths learn positive communication.

Time Limits Needed for Public Housing: WHA Denied Chance to Reform

Posted on September 23rd, 2014 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Worcester Housing Authority Thumbnail, Time Limits on Public Housing

The Worcester Housing Authority was about to put time limits on its public housing, and then HUD changed their mind.

Candidates’ Night 2014: One of Many Massachusetts Debates

First Published September 15th, 2014 | Updated October 21st, 2014 Posted in News - 0 Comments

The 2014 Small Business Candidates' Night is not your typical Massachusetts debate. Learn more about this exciting event moderated by Raymond Mariano.