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For Landlords, Property Managers and Investors of All Sizes:

Rent Control Hearing Tuesday, July 29 (194 S.1447 Jehlen, Gomez)
Rent control as proposed by Senator Patricia Jehlen would defund towns, hurt good renters, hurt good landlords, decrease property maintenance and be cruel.
“Broker Fee Ban” Signed into Law via Budget; Zillow Application Fees Apparently Banned
The Massachusetts Fiscal Year 2026 budget enacted a new change to broker fees for rental housing, sometimes called a broker fee ban. We review it and answer frequently asked questions.
Southern Worcester County Landlord Association Southbridge Dinner Meeting Mon Sep 8th, 7 pm: SNO Mass Program
Southbridge Dinner Meeting Mon Sep 8th, 7 pm: SNO Mass Program
How to Avoid Discrimination Based on Public Assistance
Whether your tenants can pay their rent is more important than how the rent gets paid.
Which Tenant Screening Service Is Best?
A review of tenant screening services for credit and criminal background checks, with recommendations and warnings about Massachusetts limitations.
Testimony opposed to Homesharing as drafted. 194 S.992 H.1473 An Act to expand housing opportunities through homesharing.
The homesharing bills as drafted would allow 3-day evictions, would not require going to court, and would open the door to economic subservience and other social ills.
Massachusetts Crash Course in Landlording and Rental Real Estate
The MassLandlords crash course in landlording and rental real estate customized for Massachusetts. Top shelf real estate training and education.
Judge to Order Boston to Show Rent Control Committee Origins
Sweeping order to issue against city in MassLandlords vs. City of Boston over public records from the rent stabilization advisory committee.
Help Your Clients and Friends Save and Grow Their Business with Free MassLandlords Educational Literature
Share the message of MassLandlords benefits with your clients and friends by ordering your own set of MassLandlords flyers and marketing materials today.
Be a Certified Massachusetts Landlord™

Our professional designation proves you know rental housing.

Credit Screening Discount

Save on SmartScreen credit reports.

Home Depot Savings

Save on average 16% at Home Depot stores and online, all departments including kitchen and bath, appliances, flooring, plumbing, paint and more.

Networking and Training

Collaborate, network and learn through videos, plus online and in-person events.

Credit Reporting

Avoid court with RentHelper, a rent collection platform that reports for good and bad credit.

Message Boards and Facebook Group

24/7 access to Massachusetts landlords for advice and/or to contribute your professional expertise.

Policy Advocacy

Better rental housing for all.

Property Rights Supporter

Present yourself or your business as a Property Rights Supporter.

Rental Forms

Complete set of downloadable, customizable forms covering every step of the rental business: applicant screening, rental agreements, notice to quit, background checks – 50+ forms available.

Search Eviction Records by Address

Conduct rental real estate due diligence or cross-check your tenant screening.

Service Provider Directory

Search for service providers or be listed as one (attorneys, snow removal, property managers, brokers, plumbers, electricians and much more).

Videos and Members-only Resources

Watch past events, learn about the laws, and access spreadsheets you can build on like our heat pump vs. furnace calculator.

Entity Formation Savings

Create LLC's or Inc's for a low, members-only fixed price via New Leaf Legal.

Defense Fund

Limited interest-free loans to cover attorney fees if the state is making you bankrupt.

Print Newsletter

Add an optional print subscription for you, your waiting area, or friends.

Helpline

One-on-one landlording advice and legal information (available for purchase hourly as-needed or prepaid for a year).

Membership for Your Entire Team

One dues payment covers as many team members as you need to run your business.

Brand Promotion

MassLandlords promotes your status as Certified Massachusetts Landlord™.

Newsletter

In-depth news, tips and tricks emailed monthly and available as PDF.

Legal Standing

Vote in either statewide or local MassLandlords elections, serve on boards, and be represented in policy discussions with local and state officials.

Banker & Tradesman

Save 30% on a subscription to Banker & Tradesman.

Ask Us Anything at Office Hours

Open-ended Zoom Q&A sessions with a lawyer or experienced landlord.