Security deposits have been a longstanding norm in the rental business industry. They provide landlords with another layer of protection in the event of property damage or unforeseen issues with…

In August we advanced our mission to create better rental housing through conversations on climate, lead, evictions and rent control. Also the RentHelper service reached a new milestone. This summer…

By Kimberly Rau, MassLandlords Inc. Some Massachusetts landlords are reportedly turning the idea of a tenancy at will on its head by attempting to block their renters from giving notice…

Heard real estate investors throw around the term “cash-on-cash return” but not entirely sure what it means? While it might sound technical and complicated, it’s anything but. Especially since we…

By Eric Weld, MassLandlords, Inc. A lawsuit brought by MassLandlords that would force the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) to release data that could shed light on a…

Pets are a hot topic these days when it comes to renting property. Should you allow them? How should you deal with them? How should tenants pay pet fees? Pets…

Real estate investors need to save up large chunks of cash to invest. But while you’re saving or hunting for deals, where do you hold your cash? Deni and Brian…

How should a landlord give a notice of entry to inspect the rental property when the tenant will not respond to the notice is the question this week for Ask…

An El Paso property management company that handles 55 multifamily apartment properties has been ordered to pay $107,000 for alleged violations of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, according to a…

In the US, a robbery happens around every 18 seconds, with an average property loss of $2,251 per incident. Apartment security systems are designed to keep people safe in their…