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For Landlords, Property Managers and Investors of All Sizes:

Rent Control Ballot Question Defeated for 2026; Donations Still Needed
The 2026 rent control ballot question has been defeated! Donations are needed to support MassLandlords’ 2026 budget and cashflow.
Survey: Before and After MassLandlords
Take our brief survey and let us know how you felt as a rental housing provider before joining MassLandlords, and after becoming a member.
Landlord Basics: Rental Assistance in Massachusetts
Rental assistance can take many forms, from Section 8 or mobile vouchers to emergency rental aid like RAFT. These are the basics for Massachusetts landlords.
About Us and Our Mission
About MassLandlords.net: Everything you need to be a landlord in Massachusetts.
Abandoned Property
A landlord must use this abandoned property process any time a tenant leaves without communicating that they're gone for good.
Landlord and Rental Forms
A complete set of Massachusetts landlord forms, available to members, with at least one free sample. Updated to show non-residential forms.
Fixed Term Lease
A fixed-term Massachusetts lease, along with some thoughts about why maybe you'd rather have a tenancy at will.
Tenancy at Will
Massachusetts tenancy at will agreement for rental real estate.
First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Sep 4th, 12 pm – 1 pm Zoom.
First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Sep 4th, 12 pm - 1 pm Zoom.
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.

Videos on Demand

Access our video library 24/7

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).

Landlord Tools

Resources including comparison tables and spreadsheets.

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.

In-Person Events

Meet other local housing providers and share expertise.