Questions and Answers for March 2016
Why tax forms are issued for security deposits, and how to successfully work with long term tenants who are behind on the rent
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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
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
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
Here is our list of 4 fun facts about landlording. Tenant Screening Services Sometimes Don't Check Massachusetts Criminal!
Why are Landlords Hated So?
| Posted in advice, best landlord practices
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 in advice, financials
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
| Posted in advice, financials, investing
Ice Breaker Mats Really Work
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
| Posted in advice, financials
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
Questions and answers from December 2015 on the MassLandlords message boards.