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New Talking Points about Rent Control and Just Cause Evictions

First Published November 28th, 2015 | Updated April 23rd, 2023 Posted in evictions, policy - 0 Comments

New points about rent control and just cause evictions. We've prepared some new talking points to help you win the debate.

New Additions to Our Service Provider Directory

First Published November 27th, 2015 | Updated April 23rd, 2023 Posted in directory, groups, News - 2 Comments

There are new additions to our service provider directory. Members can search for local service providers reviewed by other members.

Ford’s Pest of the Month: Cockroaches

First Published November 26th, 2015 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in extermination - 0 Comments

Ford's pest of the month is cockroaches. They're one of the hardest insects to eradicate and a troubling reoccurrence in apartment buildings.

Fitchburg Mayoral Candidates Want Landlord Registry For Inspections

First Published November 25th, 2015 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in laws, policy - 0 Comments

Candidate Andrew Couture wants to charge landlords fees to pay for regular inspections. Candidate Stephen DiNatale only wants a list of contact information.

Tenant overstays by 18 months beyond lease because of the $3.26 owed to them

First Published November 24th, 2015 | Updated January 17th, 2022 Posted in evictions, financials - 0 Comments

Tenant Patricia Nurse overstayed by 18 months because of $3.26 owed to her and the lack of a proper receipt.

Questions and Answers for November 2015

First Published November 23rd, 2015 | Updated April 25th, 2023 Posted in advice, Crime - 0 Comments

Questions and answers for November 2015: My tenant was arrested. They'll be in jail/prison for a long time and the premises are unoccupied. What do I do?

Now Accepting Nominations for the 2015 MassLandlords Good Neighbor Award and Volunteering Award

Posted on November 21st, 2015 Posted in Awards, News - 0 Comments

2015 MassLandlords Good Neighbor Award and Volunteering Award recognize individuals who have made a difference for rental housing in Massachusetts.

Few Pull-Chain Options Left for Ceiling Lamps

Posted on November 20th, 2015 Posted in News, repairs - 0 Comments

Ten years ago there were a variety of pull-chain lamps. That has changed, such that now there are only really three pull-chain options for ceiling lamps.

Why Municipal Elections Matter

First Published November 18th, 2015 | Updated April 28th, 2023 Posted in laws, News, policy - 0 Comments

Is your city or town veering off course? Have you been paying attention? The first level of regulation on landlords happens at the municipal level.

High Tech Crime Fighting in Worcester

First Published November 17th, 2015 | Updated January 17th, 2022 Posted in Crime, laws, News - 0 Comments

Worcester police department's Real Time Crime Center uses apps, social media and other technology to solve cases of violent crime and property crime.