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Newly Added to Our Service Provider Directory April 2016

First Published June 3rd, 2016 | Updated April 23rd, 2023 Posted in directory - 1 Comment

MassLandlords members can search our directory for reviews of local service providers, including electric, plumbing, and property management.

Ford’s Pest of the Month: Deer Tick

First Published June 2nd, 2016 | Updated April 17th, 2023 Posted in advice, extermination, News - 0 Comments

Deer ticks are the pests responsible for the spread of lyme disease; fortunately, treatment options exist for your rental property.

Update on the Fight to Stop the Free Rent Trick in Massachusetts

First Published June 1st, 2016 | Updated April 28th, 2023 Posted in advice, evictions, News - 4 Comments

Requiring tenants to escrow withheld rent is one way to defeat the "free rent trick," but getting a compromise bill codified into law involves many factors.

Do you have more than 30 rental units?

First Published May 30th, 2016 | Updated February 4th, 2021 Posted in financials, News - 0 Comments

Financial software and online banking can simplify interest payments and recordkeeping for multi-unit landlords, especially owners with more than 30 units.

Sherwin Williams to Purchase Valspar Paints (sold at Home Depot)

First Published May 29th, 2016 | Updated February 4th, 2021 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Company acquisitions can mean big changes, but what the Sherwin Williams-Valspar purchase will bring about remains to be seen.

Does MassLandlords have your zip code?

First Published May 28th, 2016 | Updated February 4th, 2021 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Make the most of your membership: Providing MassLandlords with your ZIP code allows us to offer you event information specifically for your area.

Senate Commission Report Overlooked Despite Containing a Good Bipartisan Idea

First Published May 27th, 2016 | Updated April 25th, 2023 Posted in laws, News, policy - 0 Comments

News regarding the final report issued by Senate Special Commission on Housing overlooks Landlord-Tenant Guarantee: Insurance Against Homelessness.

Springfield MA Debates Mandatory Rental Inspections

First Published May 26th, 2016 | Updated April 27th, 2023 Posted in laws, News - 2 Comments

Springfield to vote April 4 on whether to follow Milford, Boston and require mandatory rental inspections, but prior Ohio case ruled them unconstitutional.

Massachusetts Housing Court Expansion Questioned by Study

First Published May 25th, 2016 | Updated November 7th, 2021 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Massachusetts Housing Court eviction cases were three times as likely as cases in District Court to exceed 90 days duration, debunking shorter time claims.

Three Rental Income Tax Decisions for the Do-it-Yourselfer

First Published May 23rd, 2016 | Updated April 28th, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Do it yourself or hire an accountant; DIY tax software options; and repairs vs. improvements: How to make the best tax decisions for you as a landlord.