Rental process Boston

[Ruth Buckley]

Hi BP,

We are currently in the process of closing on a multi family as a primary residence. We plan to rent out our current townhouse where we live now and the second unit in the multi family (this is under lease until Nov 30th).

What would be the best approach for renting our townhouse in Brighton? Using a realtor? If so does the landlord pay a fee to the realtor in addition to the tenant? Does the realtor also carry out credit checks and screenings? We are thinking a family or three young professionals would be the best tenants as the townhouse was a new construction when we bought it three years ago so it’s in pretty good nick. 

Thanks in advance for any pointers!