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Tenants in Massachusetts are legally protected by a number of regulations and laws. Many of those legal protections cover rent payments and other fees
Many students supplement their education with further classes, research, or an internship over the summer. This often means you end up looking for summer housing in a brand new city, sometimes without being able to visit the...
What should you ask your landlord before you sign a lease? It is important to ask these questions before you move into a new apartment; this will help you build a solid tenant-landlord relationship and understand what he will...
If you are looking to rent a home or apartment, here is some useful advice to remember to help prevent any unexpected worries.
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Summer Rentals For Students
Many students supplement their education with further classes, research, or an internship over the summer. This often means you end up looking for summer housing in a brand new city, sometimes without being able to visit the residence until you go to move in. Even if you plan on staying in the same area as your college, many times renting an apartment or room can be a much cheaper alternative. |
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Questions To Ask Before You Sign A Lease
What should you ask your landlord before you sign a lease? It is important to ask these questions before you move into a new apartment; this will help you build a solid tenant-landlord relationship and understand what he will expect before you commit. |
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Tips On Renting An Apartment
If you are looking to rent a home or apartment, here is some useful advice to remember to help prevent any unexpected worries. |
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Types of Tenancy
There are various types of rental tenancies, such as a tenant with a Lease, a tenant at Will, and a tenant at Sufferance ? it is important to understand which applies to you in order to make sure you are on the same page as your landlord and that the length of the lease is appropriate. |
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A Landlord's Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the landlord: as landlord it is important to provide your tenants with a livable property, and respond promptly to the tenant's requests. It is also important to record all your communication |
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Security Deposits
Because a landlord can never be sure that their tenant will pay the rent as agreed, or pay for damages they make, a landlord usually requests a security deposit that you pay at the beginning of your tenancy. |
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Renting A House With A Bad Credit Score
Having a low credit score can make the process of renting your home much more difficult. This article explains the effects of having a bad credit score and the ways you can increase your chances of renting successfully. |
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Helpful Advice On Subletting
Some helpful advice on the subletting process after you've already found a suitable apartment, including suitable sublease agreement topics and landlord protocol. |
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