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For Landlords, Property Managers and Investors of All Sizes:

An Act preventing fires and secondhand smoke in non-smoking rental housing.
Our bill to address fire safety in rental housing by preventing smokers in violation of a no-smoking agreement tampering with smoke detectors.
Early Warning System
MassLandlords has automatic monitors running on key state and city websites. These sites are the locations where public notices will be announced for important issues, like the state-wide rent control bill, or your local town’s real estate tax rate hearing.
Springfield Chat Mon Mar 10th, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Coffee Meetup
Springfield Chat Mon Mar 10th, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: Coffee Meetup
Outcomes for June 2023
Massachusetts Eviction Data and Housing Court Statistics: Outcomes for June 2023 filings
Video. Section 8: What it is, How it works (17 min)
First video.
Video. Section 8: Screening Applicants Dos and Dont’s (16 min)
Second video.
Video. Section 8: Issues and Concerns (10 min)
Third video.
Video. Section 8: Practice (3 min)
Partial self assessment.
Video. Security Deposits, Last Month’s Rent and Move-in Monies: Move-in Monies. Ongoing Charges vs. One-time Fees. (12:04)
Video 1: Can I take a security deposit in Massachusetts? What are the move-in monies I can lawfully charge? Can I charge pet rent?
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, lumber, flooring, plumbing, paint and more.

Networking and Training

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

Free Trial to Collect Rent

Save time and get paid faster with RentHelper, a virtual office manager for one-fifth the cost of credit cards (free trial).

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

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