Watertown Owners Unite Against Zoning Control by Town
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John Labadini wants owners to be able to paint their buildings whatever color suits their fancy. The town of Watertown does not.
Waltham uses Community Preservation Act Funds to Create Municipal Rental Subsidy
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Waltham launches a pilot program using Community Preservation Act (CPA) monies to fund rental vouchers for 30 families later this year.
Vote! MassLandlords Annual Elections Open December 2 through 16
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MassLandlords Annual Elections Open December 2016 is a brief article describing MassLanldords voting process and the candidates up for election.
Verification of Disability
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What do you do when a tenant with a therapy dog applies for your "no pets" apartment?
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”.
Update on the Fight to Stop the Free Rent Trick in Massachusetts
| 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.
Two Kinds of Liquids to Fix a Clogged Drain
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Learn the science behind the two most common chemical drain cleaners.
Time to Switch to LED Light Bulbs
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LED's use so little energy (8.5 to 11 W) that they outperform even CFL's over a three year period. Get the spreadsheet example calculation.
Three Rental Income Tax Decisions for the Do-it-Yourselfer
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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.
The Upside to Landlord’s House Burning Down
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Read about the upside to one Landlord's house burning down in this January 2017 article from our monthly newsletter. (fire safety and building codes)
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