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Questions and Answers for May 2016

First Published July 28th, 2016 | Updated April 24th, 2023 Posted in advice, News

This month, MassLandlords tackles what to do when a tenant leaves a rental unit - through eviction, death, or abandonment - and leaves their stuff behind.

Letter from the Executive Director for July 2016

First Published July 26th, 2016 | Updated February 5th, 2021 Posted in News

MassLandlords strengthens operations by moving from volunteer to professional staffing and accepting assets from Springfield rental housing association.

Questions and Answers for July 2016

First Published July 25th, 2016 | Updated April 24th, 2023 Posted in News

This month, MassLandlords addresses how to prevent trespassers on your rental property and what to do about errors in collecting security deposits.

Does MassLandlords have your ZIP code?

First Published July 23rd, 2016 | Updated February 5th, 2021 Posted in News

Update your subscription preferences and make sure we have a zip code for you to get custom tailored notices of events near the ZIP code you enter.

Fires up 75%, Deaths Down 37%

First Published July 22nd, 2016 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in News

Deaths related to structure fires are down, but overall fire instances are up, and many of the key causes are easily prevented by landlords.

Solar in MA: What, Why, and When

First Published July 21st, 2016 | Updated October 19th, 2021 Posted in News

Lower operating costs and lucrative profits are key factors in the growing prevalance of solar power farms in Massachusetts.

Lynn Achieves “Functional Zero” Veteran Homelessness

First Published July 20th, 2016 | Updated April 23rd, 2023 Posted in News

Lynn is first Massachusetts city to be certified by US Interagency Council on Homelessness to provide housing and services all veterans who will accept it.

Ford’s Pest of the Month: Carpenter Ants

First Published July 17th, 2016 | Updated April 17th, 2023 Posted in advice, News

Carpenter ants can mean big problems for woodwork and houses in general, but the professionals at Ford’s Hometown Services can help.

Need a Plumber? Newly Added to Our Service Provider Directory

First Published July 17th, 2016 | Updated April 23rd, 2023 Posted in News

Recent additions to MassLandlords' Service Provider Directory include recommendations for plumbing, landscaping, and electrical services.

Housing Court expansion: Better or worse for landlords?

First Published July 16th, 2016 | Updated February 5th, 2021 Posted in laws, News, policy

Massachusetts is set to expand the state housing court, a move that has advantages for tenants but fewer benefits for landlords.