Why are Landlords Hated So?
| Posted in advice, best landlord practices - 40 Comments
On the list of hated or mocked professions, surely landlords rank with attorneys and used car salesmen. But we provide shelter.
On the list of hated or mocked professions, surely landlords rank with attorneys and used car salesmen. But we provide shelter.
“Godzilla” El Niño Suggests Winter Will be Mild Overall
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El Niño is the name given to what happens to the Pacific Ocean every two to seven years. Landlords might relax, snow removers might start plan B.
Update on the Senate Commission
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We have written previously about our seat on the Senate Special Commission on Housing. Here’s a rundown of their “long-term recommendations”.
Private rental housing comes to the rescue
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Lost is the unpopular idea that not every renter can live in the neighborhood of their choice. But maybe they can. Maybe there is more choice than they say.
Boston Landlords Startled to See 8 to 11% Tax Increases
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Boston Landlords Startled to See 8 to 11% Tax Increases. As reported by the Boston Globe, Boston's commissioner of assessing increased property values for two-families by 17%, and for three-families by 20%.
The Mortgage Professor Calls Lease-to-Own a Possible Win-Win
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Letter from the Executive Director for January 2016
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Happy New Year! This letter from the Executive Director recaps the progress made in 2015 and reaffirm these goals for 2016.
Newly Added to Our Service Provider Directory
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Members can search for local service providers reviewed by other members. If you're a non-member, you might want to make note of the November additions.
Ice Breaker Mats Really Work
We first learned about ice breaker mats years ago, and we know from a member's long-time experience that these mats really work and last for years.
Winter is Coming: Tell Your Tenants About Fuel Assistance
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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) pays fuel costs or rent (if heat is included) for tenants with low incomes.
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