Geothermal Pilot Project in Framingham Could Have Broad Impact on Rental Heating and Cooling
By Eric Weld, MassLandlords, Inc If a three-year geothermal pilot project being launched this year in the city of Framingham is successful, it could dramatically shift urban energy commerce, consumption…
State Legislature Makes Tenants Rights Sheet Permanent Requirement for Issuing Notice to Quit, Temporarily Extends Copies and Continuances
By Kimberly Rau, MassLandlords, Inc. A pandemic measure that required landlords to notify their tenants of their rights when issuing a notice to quit for nonpayment of rent has been…
Should Landlords Invest in Commercial Property in 2022?
The pandemic’s effects on the real estate industry are still potent. Though specific sectors in commercial real estate are recovering and looking to thrive in 2022, others are still struggling…
How Is an Amortization Schedule Calculated? Loan Calculator with Amortization Schedule
Take one look at an amortization schedule and you discover that “simple interest amortization” is a misnomer. Still, it’s not rocket science either. An amortization table shows you how quickly…
2 Steps to Take Advantage of Your Real Estate Expertise to Save for Retirement
As markets fluctuate, laws change, and taxes inevitably increase, it is more apparent than ever before that American’s need to employ every advantage at their disposal to reach their retirement…
How Thirdhand Smoke Affects Your Properties
Going smoke-free in your rentals is important as the dangers of thirdhand smoke are not well-known as toxic chemicals stick to surfaces. By The Department of Health and Human Services…
Rate Hikes Alter Single-Family Strategies For Investors
The recent increase in interest rates is forcing institutions and investors to reassess growth strategies in the single-family rental market, according to a report from Yardi Matrix. “With home sales…
One Sure Way To Increase Tenant Selection Success Rates
By Rebekah Near Time and time again over the twenty-seven years working on the front lines of a Tenant and Employment background screening company I have witnessed the magic happen…
Hickey and Shephard Cases Reshape Oregon Landlord/Tenant Law
Here is a case law update on how the Hickey and Shephard cases decisions have impacted Oregon landlord tenant law. By Bradley S. Kraus Partner, Warren Allen LLP Most of…
Landlord Banking: Why You Should Use a Dedicated Bank Account for Landlords
Should you have a bank account for landlords? Having a business banking account is a necessity for any independent business, especially real estate. Digital-first banks are gaining popularity for personal…