4 Pieces of Advice for New Landlords

Massachusetts is a very landlord-friendly state, however any new landlord would benefit from some basic advice when starting out. Of course, you’ll want to find good tenants and ensure...

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Pets, Service Animals, and ESAs: What to Know as a Landlord

Animals are a topic that comes up quite often when people are looking for housing. Tenants must consider their pets when finding a place to rent, and landlords need...

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Thayer Treasurer Runs the Boston Marathon

On April 17, 2023, our very own Treasurer, Ken O’Brien, took a vacation day to participate in the 127th Boston Marathon! The last time he had run in the...

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Payment Options for Tenants

Paying rent is crucial in the landlord-tenant relationship. They are expected to pay a monthly fee to live on your property. In exchange you use that money to keep...

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3 Reasons Why Landlords Need Administrative Services

Being a landlord comes with dozens of responsibilities. You need to communicate with tenants, keep up with building maintenance, ensure your budget is balanced, keep track of deposits, and...

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Are Long-Term Tenants Better Than Short-Term?

It’s an age-old question. As a landlord, tenants are your source of income, so this is a business question to consider carefully. When you sign on a long-term tenant,...

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4 Renovations to Consider Before Move-In

So a long-term tenant has moved out of your property and you’re getting ready to show potential new tenants. As you do your walkthrough, a thought strikes you; this...

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Dos & Don’t of Newsletters in Associations 

Good communication is a hallmark of being a good property manager. From connecting personally on lease signing day or move-in day to keeping renters apprised of happenings around the...

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How To Encourage Prompt Rental Payments

To manage a successful property or community, it is critical that all payments are made in a timely manner whether they are meant for rent, HOA dues, or property...

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What Is Renter’s Insurance & Do You Need It? 

We’ve all heard about car insurance and homeowners insurance to protect our automobile and home, but did you know that if you are leasing or renting a space to...

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