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The Legend of Security Deposit Hollow

Posted on October 31st, 2021 Posted in laws, policy - 1 Comment

A carved jack-o-lantern against a black background is lit from within by a candle that makes its face glow orange. The pumpkin has a scary expression, with narrowed eyes and an open mouth full of pointy teeth. Above the pumpkin, the words “Triple Damages” in a creepy font appear in white, with white smoke surrounding them.

Found Among the Papers of the Late Sandra Katz, a tale of triple damages from good faith errors with a Massachusetts security deposit.

How to Collect Rent on Time

First Published October 29th, 2021 | Updated July 15th, 2024 Posted in News - 2 Comments

smart phone with text message reminder and conversation about rent being due.

With so many automatic online options, collecting rent on time no longer needs to take up landlords’ time and attention.

How to Avoid Housing Discrimination Based on Family Status

First Published October 29th, 2021 | Updated April 12th, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Don’t like kids in the building? Saying so and denying a tenancy to someone with children could land you in court.

How to Avoid Housing Discrimination Based on Military Status

First Published October 29th, 2021 | Updated June 22nd, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Both veterans and active-duty military members are protected under Massachusetts law.

Letter from the Executive Director for November 2021: Act Before Dues Increase

Posted on October 27th, 2021 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Our Letter from the Executive Director for November 2021 discusses right of first refusal and our dues increase.

Notice of Annual Meeting 2021: MassLandlords Annual Elections Nov. 29 through Dec. 21, 2021

First Published October 27th, 2021 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Members in good standing must vote online at MassLandlords.net/governance in the 2021 annual election. Nominations will be taken until Nov. 19, 2021.

Six Months for RAFT: Another Tenant Falls Through the Cracks for Housing Assistance

First Published October 12th, 2021 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in News - 10 Comments

Language barriers, a confusing application process and conflicting information led to trouble for one Fitchburg resident in arrears.

Across the U.S. by Bike – A Slow Motion View of Housing in America

First Published October 6th, 2021 | Updated April 19th, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

From the seat of a bike, traveling about 13 miles per hour, the unsustainable picture of housing in America unfolds slowly and clearly.

They Want Your Property: Hearing Oct 12 on Right of First Refusal

First Published October 5th, 2021 | Updated November 4th, 2024 Posted in News, policy - 2 Comments

Proposed tenant right of first refusal bills allow for tenant demolition, lobbyist purchases, and landlord despair as we are left holding the bag. Hearing October 12, 2021.

What Landlords Need to Know About “Mrs. Murphy”

First Published October 4th, 2021 | Updated April 12th, 2023 Posted in News - 4 Comments

Mrs. Murphy, the hypothetical widowed landlord whose owner-occupied property is exempt from aspects of the Fair Housing Act, is better left un-evoked.