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.
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Renters / Tenants
- 30-Day Notices – For Landlords & Tenants.
- Apartment Renting Tips
- Apartment Security Deposits: Purpose & Role
- Discrimination Information
- Fair Housing Advertising Word & Phrase List
- Fees Involved in Renting an Apartment
- FreeRoommate Service
- Handicap Accessibility
- Housing Authorities
- How to Rent an Apartment With Bad Credit
- Massachusetts Sanitation Codes
- Tenants' Handbook
- Your Moving Rights
- Re-renting Your Apartment / Sublease
- What is a co-signer?
- What is a TAW (Tenant-at-Will)?
- Why it's important to have a rent receipt
Apartment Living
- 10 Things Your Apartment Needs
- Apartment Living
- Apartment Safety
- Can You Modify an Apartment You Recently Rented?
- Design, Décor and Decorating Tips
- Handling Asbestos
- Soundproofing and Noise Control Tips
- Tips to make any apartment look great
- 3 Tips For Keeping Your Neighbor's Smoke Out Of Your Apartment
- What to pack for your dorm
Landlords / Home Owners
- Benefits of Owning a Multi-Family
- Home Damage & Restoration
- Home Heating Options
- Home Maintenance
- Homeowners Association (HOA)
- Landlord's Guide & Resource Center
- 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
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
- FreeMassachusetts Residential Lease Agreement
- Rent Receipt
- FreeCommercial Lease Agreement
Buying Real Estate
- Home Buying Tips
- Out-of-State Real Estate Relocation Guide
- Real Estate Home Appraisals
- Commercial Real Estate
- Home Inspections
- Buyer and Seller Closing Costs Explained
- 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
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
- Virtual Tours & Staging
- 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
- What to do if you inherit a property
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
Mortgage & Loans
- Mortgage Dictionary – 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
- FreeCredit 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 Score Tips
Home Maintenance & Improvement
Sustainability & Utilities
Reference & General
