No one wants eviction. Whether you are the landlord or the tenant, it’s never ideal when it comes time to put together an eviction letter. You would hope things turn around before it comes to that. But ultimately at some point, most landlords find themselves in...
Creating boundaries when it comes to the landlord-tenant relationship… so important. There is nothing quite like the situation landlords and renters find themselves in, in which a home is being occupied by someone who doesn’t technically own it. Renters...
Being a landlord in Massachusetts isn’t exactly the same as it is in other states. And certainly there is a difference between being a landlord in Boston or another city and being one in a rural area. Not only is the experience different, but it also can mean...
Security for their properties is one of the biggest concerns for landlords. Why shouldn’t it be? Helping renters feel secure in their rental homes makes everyone feel better. Tenants can sleep better at night and landlords can feel like they are giving their...
Making sure that landlords and property managers comply with state, local, and federal laws is a big deal. If you’re one of those landlords, a part of your job is knowing those regulations front and back so that you are always doing what is necessary… and...
Keeping up with all the ins and outs of managing property is a hefty task. From one landlord or property manager to another, they find all sorts of ways to keep notes and records so that they have what they need in the long term. One major way that many (most, really)...
Housing codes are a necessary part of rental property. It just makes sense that there needs to be certain guidelines on whether a home lives up to basic standards. Landlords want to have direction on what is expected of them, and renters want to know that every home...
Being a landlord (or a renter) in Boston comes with its own nuances. And regulations. There are a lot of laws on the books that dictate all sorts of things related to rental property. How people can charge rent is one of those things. Boston rent control has become a...
Frozen pipes. Don’t want ’em! They can be a huge disaster. And like many problems in a home, they can be especially tricky with renters and landlords who need to figure out just who is responsible. Are landlords responsible for frozen pipes? The answer...
Knowing the rental application process is a big deal for many who are dealing with it… or those who deal with it often, such as landlords and property owners. Generally speaking being familiar with your state and local laws is important throughout the process...
