Property Management
A Massachusetts landlord must provide prospective tenants with which of the following before accepting rent or a security deposit?
AA copy of the building's insurance policy
BA receipt for any payment received and a written statement of the unit's condition✓ Correct
CA 5-year history of rent increases
DA certificate of occupancy from the building department
Explanation
Massachusetts law requires landlords to provide tenants with receipts for deposits/rent payments and a written statement of the unit's condition (move-in checklist/condition statement) at the start of the tenancy.
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