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Questions and Answers for March 2016

First Published April 5th, 2016 | Updated April 24th, 2023 Posted in advice, groups - 0 Comments

Why tax forms are issued for security deposits, and how to successfully work with long term tenants who are behind on the rent

Just Cause Eviction: A Trojan Horse for Boston

First Published March 18th, 2016 | Updated December 30th, 2021 Posted in advice, evictions, policy - 1 Comment

The just cause eviction proposal making rounds at Boston City Hall is the fourth attempt of the same players.

Tax Refund Warning from Attorney General Maura Healey

Posted on March 5th, 2016 Posted in advice, Crime, taxes - 0 Comments

According to what Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey said on Boston Public Radio, the fastest growing form of identity theft is stealing tax refunds.

Four Fun Facts about Landlording

First Published February 13th, 2016 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in advice, humor - 0 Comments

Here is our list of 4 fun facts about landlording. Tenant Screening Services Sometimes Don't Check Massachusetts Criminal!

Why are Landlords Hated So?

First Published February 4th, 2016 | Updated April 27th, 2020 Posted in advice, best landlord practices - 40 Comments

On the list of hated or mocked professions, surely landlords rank with attorneys and used car salesmen. But we provide shelter.

Private rental housing comes to the rescue

Posted on January 28th, 2016 Posted in advice, financials - 1 Comment

Lost is the unpopular idea that not every renter can live in the neighborhood of their choice. But maybe they can. Maybe there is more choice than they say.

The Mortgage Professor Calls Lease-to-Own a Possible Win-Win

First Published January 22nd, 2016 | Updated April 28th, 2023 Posted in advice, financials, investing - 0 Comments

Lease-to-Own is a possible win-win. In this article, Jack Guttentag describes the weaknesses that drive sellers and buyers together under lease-to-own.

Ice Breaker Mats Really Work

First Published January 16th, 2016 | Updated April 20th, 2023 Posted in advice, repairs - 1 Comment

We first learned about ice breaker mats years ago, and we know from a member's long-time experience that these mats really work and last for years.

Winter is Coming: Tell Your Tenants About Fuel Assistance

First Published January 15th, 2016 | Updated November 22nd, 2025 Posted in advice, financials - 0 Comments

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) offers fuel assistance to tenants with low incomes, including fuel costs or rent.

Questions and Answers for December 2015

First Published January 13th, 2016 | Updated April 24th, 2023 Posted in advice, groups - 0 Comments

Questions and answers from December 2015 on the MassLandlords message boards.