Security Deposits in Massachusetts

[Justin Trudell]

I've heard several comments about how "pro tennant" Massachusetts is and that it might turn off investors. I've been reading the laws governing the tennant/LL relationship and it seems to me that the most sticky topic is surrounding security deposits. Is it just "easier" to do without a security deposit and leave yourself open to that risk rather than the potential for a lawsuit if you don't follow one of the many, many, many rules around the deposit? Thoughts?