Oregon Rent Control now Statewide: Full Analysis
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Oregon rent control took effect February 2019 and imposed just cause eviction restrictions as well as CPI + 7% maximum increases.
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Oregon rent control took effect February 2019 and imposed just cause eviction restrictions as well as CPI + 7% maximum increases.
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.
HUD Commentary for the Worcester Health and Housing Block Party
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Commentary prepared for the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Worcester Health and Housing Block Party on the Hill April 6, 2019.
Letter from the Executive Director for April 2019
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Letter from the MassLandlords.net Executive Director for April 2019.
MassLandlords Files Legislation for Right to Secrets
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Right to Secrets would eliminate frivolous lawsuits and counterclaims, thereby greatly contributing to the creation of affordable housing.
Judge Winik Speaks on Landlord-Tenant Law and Housing Policy
Preparing for Housing Court starts with knowing the standards expected. Judge Winik shared humorous and useful insights with landlords in Cambridge.
Tax Tip: De Minimis Safe Harbor on Expensing Depreciable Improvements
Certain items under $2,500 that used to be depreciated may now be deducted following 2016 de minimis safe habor tax regulations.
Letter from the Executive Director for March 2019
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Letter from the MassLandlords.net Executive Director for March 2019.
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.
Director Emeritus Mike O’Rourke Lauded for Cleaning up Albion
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First responder calls, code violations, and overdoses drop precipitously under tough but fair hands-on management by Mike O’Rourke in downtown Worcester.