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Our Landlording 101 basics articles are designed to give you an overview of important topics related to rental housing in Massachusetts. They're designed with new landlords, or rental housing providers looking for a quick knowledge brush up, in mind. More in-depth reading is often linked within an article, or referenced as a related article.
New articles are added monthly.
By Kimberly Rau, MassLandlords, Inc. Our Landlord Basics series continues with an overview on rental agreements and what landlords may not include in their leases. A lease is a legally binding contract. A renter or landlord breaking some part of that contract can result in legal action. You can tailor…
A basic overview of Massachusetts laws for abandoned property left in rentals after a tenancy ends.
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Rental assistance can take many forms, from Section 8 or mobile vouchers to emergency rental aid like RAFT. These are the basics for Massachusetts landlords.
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A basic overview of Massachusetts laws and best practices for landlords renting to roommates.
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Eviction in Massachusetts can be expensive and time-consuming. Here’s what landlords need to know.
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A high-level summary of security deposit law in Massachusetts, with references for further reading.
The Massachusetts State Sanitary Code, 105 CMR 410, outlines the minimum standards for rental housing. Here’s what you need to know.
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What funds can landlords collect at the start of tenancy in Massachusetts? Find out what the law says.
Heat pumps are becoming more popular for heating and cooling rental units. Here’s what you need to know.
Discrimination laws are important, but easy to comply with if you screen all applicants, regardless of protected class, equally.
A basic introduction to Massachusetts lead paint laws for landlords, including deleading tax credits.
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