Should You Carry Over or Return a Security Deposit With a Lease Renewal?
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If your tenant is renewing their lease, when can you leave the existing security deposit in place, and when should you return it and take a new one?
Should You Barter with Your Tenants for Rent Reductions?
Use caution when utilizing “work for rent credit” arrangements
A Look at the Massachusetts Condo Conversion Act of 1983
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Converting your rental units to condominiums may be harder than you think
The Horror of Curbside Evictions? Not in Massachusetts
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Tenants may fear their belongings ending up on the sidewalk after an eviction, but Massachusetts is among many states where that is illegal
How Does Transportation Affect Housing?
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Studies show that transportation affects affordability and availability of housing.
New HUD Guidance on Assistance Animals, Certificates Bought Online
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A new HUD document provides guidance for housing providers considering requests to allow service and emotional support animals in rentals.
Can I Use Arrests to Deny Rental Applicants?
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Blanket bans on renting to people with a criminal history can be seen as discriminatory.
Fake Pay Stubs: The Easiest Proof of Income You Never Want to See
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Thanks to the Internet, it’s easier than ever to fake an income that meets rental requirements.
MassLandlords Helpline Launched
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The MassLandlords helpline permits participating members to speak with our staff on any rental issue, any number of times, any number of issues per year.
Limited Assistance Representation (LAR) for Landlords
A guide to limited assistance representation (LAR) for landlords headed to court for eviction or other matters. Pros and cons of LAR.
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