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Posted on May 3rd, 2023

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Past Presentations Statewide 2023-04-24 Slides are available only for members in good standing who are logged in. Click here to watch the latest MassLandlords Business Update. This is part of our Statewide Rental Real Estate Networking and Training series.

Filings Week Ending 2023 April 22

Posted on May 3rd, 2023

Massachusetts Eviction Data and Housing Court Statistics Filings Week Ending 2023 April 22

Letter from the Executive Director for May 2022: Interviews, The State Seal and Coat of Arms

First Published April 27th, 2022 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Our Letter from the Executive Director for May 2022 recaps April’s housing journalism and education, new educational events, and tough buyer’s market.

A Landlord’s Guide to Record Keeping and Handling Tenant Information

First Published April 26th, 2022 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 2 Comments

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How to understand Massachusetts laws surrounding personal information, and how to keep tenant records securely

Gentle Density Increases Nearby Property Values, Evidence Shows, Contrary to Popular Belief

First Published April 20th, 2022 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A photo of a city street active with pedestrians and a mix of retail stores, restaurants, multi-families and mid-rise apartment buildings.

Against persistent and widespread belief that housing density harms property values, numerous studies show the opposite effect.

Meris Bergquist, Mass Fair Housing Center Sue DPH over Lead Paint Discrimination

First Published January 30th, 2020 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 3 Comments

The 2019 Meris Bergquist Mass Fair Housing Center lawsuit against DPH for lead paint flies in the face of civil procedure and good sense.

Airbnb Sues Boston for Short-Term Rental Ban

First Published February 3rd, 2019 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 2 Comments

Without engaging local owners, Airbnb sues Boston alone, claiming the ban is unlawful for the damage it does to their business.

California’s Prop 10 Fails, Rent Control Checked at Cost of $100 Million

First Published November 30th, 2018 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Nonprofit AIDS Healthcare Foundation drives massive CA Prop 10 fight in favor of rent control. Landlords outspend 3:1 and win.

AG Touts Section 8 Discrimination Settlements Totaling $40K

First Published November 27th, 2018 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 1 Comment

Three landlords/agents settled with Attorney General Healey for alleged non-participation in Section 8. Participation is mandatory.

Cause of Columbia Gas Explosions Released, Landlords Floating Reimbursement Delays

First Published November 26th, 2018 | Updated May 1st, 2023 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Columbia Gas, Attorney General advise gas explosion renters withhold. REBA attorneys contemplate termination. Landlords floating payment delays.

MassHousing Programs

Filings Week Ending 2023 April 22

Letter from the Executive Director for May 2022: Interviews, The State Seal and Coat of Arms

A Landlord’s Guide to Record Keeping and Handling Tenant Information

Gentle Density Increases Nearby Property Values, Evidence Shows, Contrary to Popular Belief

Meris Bergquist, Mass Fair Housing Center Sue DPH over Lead Paint Discrimination

Airbnb Sues Boston for Short-Term Rental Ban

California’s Prop 10 Fails, Rent Control Checked at Cost of $100 Million

AG Touts Section 8 Discrimination Settlements Totaling $40K

Cause of Columbia Gas Explosions Released, Landlords Floating Reimbursement Delays

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