The Bellus Lawsuits: Denying Leases for the Wrong Reasons Can Send Landlords to Court
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A spate of discrimination lawsuits from Bellus Real Estate indicates landlord actions are under the microscope when screening tenants.
How to Avoid Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation
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Gay, straight, bisexual, pansexual, asexual or anything else between consenting adults doesnât matter when youâre choosing your tenant.
How to Avoid Making a Bad Impression on Your Tenants
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Thereâs a time and a place to display your wealth...and itâs not when youâre collecting the rent.
How to Avoid Discrimination Based on National Origin
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Language barriers, visa status and country of birth can get you into hot water when choosing tenants. Hereâs how to stay out of trouble as a landlord.
How to Avoid Discrimination Based on Race, Color and Ethnicity when Renting
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Avoiding race-based discrimination is paramount to fair housing practices
Supreme Court: Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity Protected Under Title VII
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A 2020 ruling states the Civil Rights Act of 1964 cannot protect sex without protecting gender identity and sexual orientation
10 Tips for a Successful LandlordâTenant Relationship
A director for a Massachusetts inspection services department offers his ideas for smooth sailing when navigating a rental property
How to Screen Tenants with Temporary Sources of Income
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How should landlords factor in short term disability, unemployment, HomeBASE and other forms of temporary income when screening tenants?
The Court Ordered a Continuance. Now What?
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How landlords can attempt to limit losses during the eviction process
Geothermal Pilot Project in Framingham Could Have Broad Impact on Rental Heating and Cooling
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A geothermal project in the Concord Street area of Framingham will provide data for possible similar projects using the ground to heat and cool buildings.
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