Metrowest Property Owners Association

23/06/2020

This blog entry was so helpful as there is a lot of misinformation out there. Read this one and stay of out jail!

A short analysis of whether MA landlords and MA brokers can charge apartment application fees, including what-if’s.

12/02/2020

Full house tonight!!! Mary Chabot is on tap to talk about de-leading.

05/02/2020

Finally some new guidance from HUD on assistance animals. Click on link for full details.

HUD’s final guidance contains the following policy revisions:

- The prohibition of exotic and farm animals;
- Clarification that landlords and doctors can inquire about the specific needs an animal meets for those with non-obvious disabilities; and
- Clarification that so-called Internet forms will not be accepted.

21/01/2020

Do your due diligence. Screen, screen and screen your applicants.

Protect yourself from falling for a potential tenant scam. Follow these tips and make sure you’re getting a quality tenant.

01/01/2020

Happy New Year! Wishing you 100% occupancy!

Photo Credit: WCVB

11/10/2019

Good news for landlords with Worcester properties!

In the last year, Worcester rents have increased by 6.1%, as of the third quarter, good for sixth place in small U.S. metro areas, according to a Texas real estate data firm.

20/09/2019

I just experienced this on a rental unit where no pets are allowed. A prospective tenant claimed that her dog is a service animal. When pressed for papers, she claimed that her papers were burned in her divorce. She couldn't afford a doctor's visit for new papers. What's wrong with this picture? 🚩🚩🚩

First-time violators would be subject to a fine of up to $500, 30 hours of community service or both.

17/09/2019

Yeah! Masslandlords worked hard on this.

Huge Victory for Landlords and Property Managers Today, in Davis v. Comerford, Justice Scott Kafker of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued the first appellate decision confirming that H…

19/08/2019

For those who knew Sandra Katz

Sandra Katz, President and Owner of QPM Services, past president of the Worcester Property Owners Association, passed July 27, 2019.

09/05/2018

Guest Speaker Judge Sullivan, Chief Justice of Housing Court, returned to speak about housing court expansion and answer questions from our members. Ben Adeyinka, administrative Attorney of Administrative Office of Housing Court, joined us too.

19/04/2018

Rent escrow this year?

Landlord Attorneys Active In Court and In Legislature On Rent Escrow Issue Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Reporter Patrick Murphy just did a great write up of the current state of Rent Escrow in the …

14/02/2018

February meeting - business update from Doug Q. Guest speakers on mold and condo conversion.