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Rent Control Ballot Question Defeated for 2026; Donations Still Needed

First Published June 24th, 2026 | Updated July 21st, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A screen shot of a document shows a partial view of the page. It reads: Rent stabilization comp. A measured alternative to the ballot. How we got here. Months of conversations with willing parties – real estate industry stakeholders, Homes for All MA (ballot proponents) and MACDC. No interested party was excluded.

The 2026 rent control ballot question has been defeated! Donations are needed to support MassLandlords’ 2026 budget and cashflow.

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First Published June 13th, 2017 | Updated August 28th, 2026

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MUC Acquires Its First Parcel, Launching Statewide Educational, Environmental Mission

First Published July 24th, 2026 | Updated August 26th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

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The Massachusetts Urban Conservancy acquired its first property in July, embarking on its long-term vision of creating a statewide series of protected urban natural spaces.

Landlord Basics

First Published May 11th, 2026 | Updated August 25th, 2026

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A landing page for landlording 101 basics articles covering important topics in rental housing law and best practices in Massachusetts.

Always Check for Abandoned Animals After a Unit is Vacated

First Published March 28th, 2023 | Updated August 24th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

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Massachusetts law requires housing providers to make sure no one is left behind after a move-out, eviction or abandonment.

Abandoned Property

First Published February 3rd, 2016 | Updated August 24th, 2026

A landlord must use this abandoned property process any time a tenant leaves without communicating that they're gone for good.

Landlord Basics: Abandoned Property Law for Massachusetts Rentals

Posted on August 24th, 2026

A cartoon image shows a dimly lit room with a closet door ajar. Cat eyes peer out from the closet. In the room, are various discarded items, including laundry, a computer monitor, trash bags and a lamp.

A basic overview of Massachusetts laws for abandoned property left in rentals after a tenancy ends.

TOPA 194th Session Passes in House and Senate; Sent to Conference for Further Study

Posted on August 24th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

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TOPA, the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, or right of first refusal, heads to conference committee for additional work before potential acceptance as part of the 194th session.

Minneapolis 2040 Results So Far: Rent Increases Down 17%–34% Through Zoning Reform and Incentives

Posted on August 24th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

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Since enacting its city plan, called Minneapolis 2040, in 2020, the midwestern city has slowed housing costs through pro-growth zoning and incentive policies.

Letter From the Executive Director for September 2026: Should We Invest in the Service Provider Directory?

Posted on August 24th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Our Letter from the Executive Director for September 2026 details additional cost reduction and asks whether investing in our service provider directory would be the best thing we could work on for members.

Rent Control Ballot Question Defeated for 2026; Donations Still Needed

Newsletter

MUC Acquires Its First Parcel, Launching Statewide Educational, Environmental Mission

Landlord Basics

Always Check for Abandoned Animals After a Unit is Vacated

Abandoned Property

Landlord Basics: Abandoned Property Law for Massachusetts Rentals

TOPA 194th Session Passes in House and Senate; Sent to Conference for Further Study

Minneapolis 2040 Results So Far: Rent Increases Down 17%–34% Through Zoning Reform and Incentives

Letter From the Executive Director for September 2026: Should We Invest in the Service Provider Directory?

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