In Garcia v. DHCD, Baker’s “No Motels” Homelessness Policy Survives Injunction
Garcia v. DHCD remanded to Superior Court. Use of motels to house homeless continues to decline despite GBLS, ACLU litigation.
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Garcia v. DHCD remanded to Superior Court. Use of motels to house homeless continues to decline despite GBLS, ACLU litigation.
Choosing Judges in Massachusetts: The Governor’s Council and Judicial Nominating Commission Then and Now
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A short history of how Massachusetts judges, including Housing Court judges, have been chosen by the Governor’s Council and Judicial Nominating Commission.
Nominees for our December Election
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Members in good standing should prepare to score-vote candidates for Good Neighbor 2018 and Board of Directors 2019 - 2023.
Letter from the Executive Director for November 2018
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Letter from the MassLandlords.net Executive Director for November 2018.
Your Comments on Proposed AFFH Rules Were Submitted to HUD
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MassLandlords staff provided HUD with answers to their AFFH feedback request. In particular, we pointed out the flaws with Section 8.
To Evict or Not to Evict? That is NOT the Question!
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Using the two-pronged approach to eviction, landlords can file paperwork early and still negotiate for a peaceful out-of-court resolution.
Cause of Columbia Gas Explosions Released, Landlords Floating Reimbursement Delays
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Columbia Gas, Attorney General advise gas explosion renters withhold. REBA attorneys contemplate termination. Landlords floating payment delays.
HUD Wants to Hear from You on Section 8, Fair Housing
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The Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development is seeking landlord input on both Section 8 and Fair Housing regulations via Landlord Task Force and electronic comments.
Help, My House Burned Down! What to do After a Fire
Help for if your property burned down or if you have a partial fire loss. Operational advice on what to do after a fire, focusing on residential rental operators.
5 Reasons to Nominate for the Board of Directors Right Now
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Volunteers are needed to steer local and state-wide decisions. Don’t delay, nominate yourself, a fellow member, or friend now.