Landlord Training

This one-on-one, comprehensive training is available to anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of what owning and operating a rental property entails. NeighborWorks® Housing Solutions’ (NHS) Landlord Training program provides a realistic understanding of how to operate your business and an overview of the laws, rules, and regulations that govern rental housing. This training and certification also satisfies certain loan requirements and any down payment assistance programs used for multifamily home purchases.

Training topics include, but are not limited to: advertising, tenant screening and selection, the rental application process, security deposits, Section 8 applicants, tenant-at-will versus leases, evictions, discrimination, energy conservation programs, and more. All materials and resources are provided along with valuable links to important websites for further study. A certificate of completion is sent by email at the end of the training.

This individual training is offered by appointment during weekday business hours using the Zoom online meeting platform.

Time: 1.5 – 2 hours
Cost: $95 (Per household. Couples may take the training together.)

A certificate of completion is provided at the end of the training.

Once your registration and payment are received, you will be prompted to contact one of our landlord training counselors to set up your training time. Please note: couples need only register one name.

*You do not need a PayPal account nor will there be any additional fees for using our PayPal payment system.

Have Questions?

We’re happy to help! Please contact one of the counselors below:

Cindy Pendergast:
Email: cpendergast@nhsmass.org
617-770-2227 x346

Joe Madaio 
Email: jmadaio@nhsmass.org
Phone: 617-770-2227 ext 345

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Landlord Guide & FAQs

Download and view the NHS Landlord Guide & FAQs.