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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.
First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Sep 5th, 12 pm – 1 pm Zoom.
First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Sep 5th, 12 pm - 1 pm Zoom.
Newsletter
Subscribe to the MassLandlords newsletter, email or print editions.
Can Landlords Charge Move-Out and Item Removal Fees in Massachusetts?
Billing your former tenants for trash removal, abandoned items or other move-out costs may be lawful, but use caution.
In the News
An occasional roundup of MassLandlords media mentions and appearances by association representatives
Helpline
The MassLandlords hourly helpline service provides legal information and business advice from non-attorney counselors.
Avoid Court and Costly Legal Fees with the MassLandlords Helpline aka Hotline or Mediation Service
This member benefit acts as a hotline that can offer business advice to help you mediate with tenants, avoid court, and make better use of expensive attorneys.
Letter from the Executive Director for August 2025: Politics, Ugh
Our Letter from the Executive Director for August 2025 looks at changes happening legislatively.
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.