Navigating the Boston housing market requires more than just an algorithm - it requires decades of local insight. Since 1995, BostonApartments.com has provided the essential "digital backbone" for renters and landlords alike.
Our library of tools and information was curated by Eric Boyer, a licensed MA Broker since 1979 and former mediator for the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office. Whether you need a Massachusetts Residential Lease or a Rent Affordability Calculator, you'll find it below.
Real Estate Calculators
- Rent Calculator - See how much rent per month you can afford.
- Mortgage Calculator - Is it cheaper to buy?
- Mortgage Qualification Calculator - See if you qualify!
- Loan Calculator - How long it takes to pay off a loan
- Straight Line Depreciation Calculator
- Compound Interest Calculator
- Down Payment Calculator
- Savings Calculator
- Calculate the distance of your move
- Distance unit conversion calculator
- Monetary Conversion Calculator
- Credit Card Interest Calculator
Applications and Forms
- Apartment Application
- Lease Guarantor Form
- Mandatory Agency Disclosure Form
- Mandatory Fee Disclosure Form - Rentals
- Tenant Lead Law Notification - Rental
- Mandatory Lead Paint Law Notification - Sales
- Notice To Quit - Eviction Notice
- Massachusetts Residential Lease Agreement
- Rent Receipt
- Free Commercial Lease Agreement
Mortgage / Loans
- Mortgage Dictionary - Mortgage terms and their definitions.
- Mortgage Rates
- Reverse Mortgage Loans
- How Much House Can I Afford on a $70K Salary?
- Understanding Your Debt-to-Income Ratio: How Much Debt Can You Handle?
- Mortgages, Debts & Other Loan Information
- What Is A Hard Money Loan?
- Home Equity Loans
- Finance
- How to buy your next home - no money down!
Credit
- Free Credit Report Consultation
- 5 Reasons to Check Your Credit Report
- Credit Fraud - How to fight Back
- How to Protect Your Credit
- Credit Cards - APPLY HERE!
- Understanding Your Credit Score
- Can Bad Credit Be Deleted?
- Applying For A Loan?
- Fair Credit Reporting Act
- Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
- Pros and Cons of Using a Debit Card
- Ultimate Guide to Credit
- Do Credit Repair Companies Really Help "Fix" Your Credit?
- Repairing Credit Yourself
- Reasons to Order a Credit Report Before Applying For a Loan
- Credit Tips
Tips For Your Home
- Air Conditioning (A/C)/ Cooling
- Air Quality Improvement
- Downsize And Clear Your Home
- Events | House Party | Housewarming
- Flooring Tips For Your Home
- Handling Asbestos
- Home Improvement
- Improve Air Quality
- Landscaping / Outdoor Ideas
- Pest Control
- Plumbing Tips
- Solar Energy
- Sustainable Living
- Water Filtration Systems
Tips & Information
Renters / Tenants
- 30-Day Notices: For Landlords & Tenants
- Apartment Renting Tips
- Apartment Security Deposits: Purpose & Role
- Discrimination Information
- Fees Involved in Renting an Apartment
- Handicap Accessibility
- Housing Authorities
- How to Rent an Apartment With Bad Credit
- Massachusetts Sanitation Codes
- Tenants' Handbook
- Your Moving Rights
- Fair Housing Advertising Word & Phrase List
- Re-renting Your Apartment / Sublease
- What is a co-signer?
- What is a TAW?
- Why it's important to have a rent receipt
Tips For Your Apartment
- What to pack for your dorm
- Design, Décor and Decorating Tips
- Architectural Design
- Apartment Safety
- Home Security, Smart Homes
- Soundproofing and Noise Control Tips
- Tips to make any apartment look great
- 3 Tips For Keeping Your Neighbor's Smoke Out Of Your Apartment
- Can You Modify an Apartment You Recently Rented?
- 10 Things Your Apartment Needs
- How To Save Money on Electricity
Landlords / Home Owners
- Benefits of Owning a Multi-Family
- Buyer and Seller Closing Costs Explained
- Home Damage & Restoration
- Home Heating Options
- Home Maintenance
- Homeowners Association HOA
- Land and Property Surveying
- Preparing Your Property for Severe Weather
- Property Development
- Property Management
- Pros and Cons of a Real Estate Agent
- Roofing Tips
- Vacation Rentals
- What to Consider Before Renting Out a Property
Professional / Business Development
Selling Real Estate
- Home Selling Tips
- Open House
- 4 Ways To Determine Your Home's Value
- 4 Simple Tips for Selling Your House Fast
- Increase Your Property's Buyer Appeal
- Are Home Buying Companies Legitimate?
- Pressure Washing to Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal
- Home Staging Tips
- Best Practices To Follow When Selling Rental Property
- Foreclosures
- Selling a Tenant-Damaged Rental Property
- Real Estate Video Marketing Advantages
- "We Buy Houses" Company Advantages
- 6 Tips for Selling Your House As-Is
Buying Real Estate
- Home Buying Tips
- Out-of-State Real Estate Relocation Guide
- Real Estate Home Appraisals
- Commercial Real Estate
- Home Inspections
- Guide to Successfully Flipping Houses
- Top House-Hunting Mistakes You Won't Want To Make
- Real Estate Taxation
- The Different Types Of Properties And How To Choose
- 4 Must-Know Terms for First-Time Homebuyers
- Real Estate Transaction Tips
- Real Estate Buyers Checklist For A Closing
- Contractors / Home Improvement / Renovations