Do I earn interest on my security deposit?
Yes. Your Security Deposit must be held in a separate interest bearing account, in a Massachusetts bank, entirely separate from the Landlord's funds. The interest on this account must be paid to you each year.
More Frequently Asked Questions:
Basic Services
What are the phone numbers/websites for the basic services?
Legalese
What's a lease, vs. "Tenant at Will"
Finding an apartment
How can I find an apartment?
Will the landlord do a credit check on me?
Security Deposits
Why do I need to pay a security deposit?
How much will the security deposit be?
Do I earn interest on my security deposit?
Will I get my deposit back?
How can I ensure I get my deposit back?
How clean does the apartment need to be?
Pets
Can I have a pet?
Subletting
Can I sublet my apartment if necessary?
Renter's Insurance
Do I need renter's insurance?
Roommates and Roommate Agreements
Can I get a roommate?
Do I need a roommate's agreement?
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