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A new law was recently signed by Governor Healey in Massachusetts that aims to protect tenants from the negative impact of eviction records. This law, part of the Affordable Homes Act, allows tenants to seal certain eviction records from public view and prevents these records from appearing on credit reports. It will come into effect on May 5, 2025. What This Law Means for Tenants and Landlords The goal of the law is to help tenants find housing without being blocked by past eviction records, which can be caused by financial difficulties. Tenant advocates believe this will reduce housing discrimination, but landlords are concerned. They often rely on eviction records as a key part of tenant... Read more
More and more owners are filing for evictions in some Sun Belt cities as tenants increasingly struggle to pay rent. Evictions are up by more than 35% compared to...
Peter Avitabile sat in his pickup truck outside his Rockland townhouse — a place he hadn’t set foot in for two years — fuming about the tenant who refused to...
When pandemic-era tenant protections expired, rents immediately soared, and eviction filings surged last year more than 50% over pre-pandemic levels in some U.S....
A landlord can terminate a Section 8 lease if there is just cause. A Section 8 lease is a contract between a landlord and a tenant who receives rental assistance...
Navigating the complex terrain of squatter rights is an essential task for landlords. Understanding what squatter rights are, why they exist, and how they can impact your property ownership can feel overwhelming, yet it is crucial to being a knowledgeable and proactive landlord. In this article, we aim to simplify these concepts, giving you an in-depth view of the world of squatting rights. We’ll cover everything from the basics of what squatting is to an explanation of why squatters have certain legal protections. If you’re dealing with a potential serial squatter, we’ll provide insights on how to handle that situation as well. What Is Squatting? What is a squatter?... Read more
In property management, landlords often face the challenge of managing difficult tenants who refuse to leave. While eviction is a potential option, more creative ways...
Lawyers love obscure rules about giving three-day notices—the kind that California landlords hate. The decision in City of Alameda v. Sheehan, published September...
For many renters in Los Angeles, apartment renovations are no cause for celebration. Instead of getting a brand new kitchen or bathroom, tenants know they’ll often...
Nationwide & Long Beach, CA – October 16, 2024 – The American Apartment Owners Association (AAOA) is proud to host its first-ever hybrid Rental Housing...
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