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Massachusetts Urban Conservancy Launches First Fundraiser for Biodiversity Project in Randolph

First Published August 26th, 2025 | Updated August 28th, 2025 Posted in buildings, News - 0 Comments

Our new conservancy MUC is raising funds to support its first project, the purchase, protection and removal of invasive plants from a small plot in Randolph.

The Landlord’s Guide to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Rental Properties

First Published May 4th, 2021 | Updated May 14th, 2025

Updated to link to the Copernicus Interactive Climate Atlas. Everything a landlord or housing provider can do to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions.

“Broker Fee Ban” Signed into Law via Budget; Zillow Application Fees Apparently Banned

First Published July 16th, 2025 | Updated September 30th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

FY 2026 Budget Conference Committee. About this step. The House and Senate appoint three members each to a "Conference Committee" to reconcile the differences between the House and Senate proposals. One member of the minority party must be appointed by each branch. The Conference Committee reports a final compromise bill to the House and Senate for a final vote of acceptance in each branch. Conference Report H.4240 Download PDF.

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.

Home Depot Pro Xtra Members Get Free Shipping to Home or Job Sites

First Published September 29th, 2025 | Updated September 30th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

in the foreground, a drawing-style hand holds a phone with the Home Depot app open. The store location is set to Somerville, and the screen shows special offers available to members, in this case, power tools. In the background, we see a room with windows, a metal ladder set up, and construction supplies in the background.

Free shipping lets you enjoy the same member discounts without navigating crowded parking lots and aisles.

Springfield Chat Thu Oct 9th, 6 pm – 7 pm: Meetup

Posted on September 30th, 2025

Springfield Chat Thu Oct 9th, 6 pm - 7 pm: Meetup

Homeowners Beware: New Law Exempts BlueHub, Lenders from Consumer Protection, Usury Laws, Despite 20% APRs.

First Published December 20th, 2024 | Updated September 29th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A 2-storey brick building surrounded by trees and a small brick courtyard. A parking lot can be partially seen in the foreground.

By signing the legislature’s economic development bill into law, Gov. Healey codifies sweeping protections for one specific nonprofit, operated by one of her most loyal donors.

Judge Decides in Favor of Homeowners in BlueHub Lawsuit, Nonprofit To Appeal

Posted on September 28th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

The Superior Court determined BlueHub Capital violated consumer protection laws with their shared appreciation mortgages. BlueHub plans to appeal the decision.

Should I Use Rock Salt or Calcium Chloride? An Overview of Ice Removal

First Published November 17th, 2016 | Updated September 29th, 2025 Posted in advice - 12 Comments

Rock Salt v Calcium Chloride: which deicing option is cheaper and safer for your property. This ice removal overview will keep your business from slipping.

Home Depot Savings Can Cover Your Membership Dues

First Published June 25th, 2025 | Updated September 29th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

a photo of the interior of a Home Depot store. Shelves of lumber are visible in the foreground, with signs indicating other departments going down the aisle. A person in jeans and a sweatshirt facing away from the camera walks down the main aisle.

The Home Depot Pro Xtra membership perk allows MassLandlords members to save money on everything from paint to appliances.

Filings Month Ending 2025 August 31

Posted on September 29th, 2025

Massachusetts Eviction Data and Housing Court Statistics Filings Month Ending 2025 August 31

Massachusetts Urban Conservancy Launches First Fundraiser for Biodiversity Project in Randolph

The Landlord’s Guide to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Rental Properties

“Broker Fee Ban” Signed into Law via Budget; Zillow Application Fees Apparently Banned

Home Depot Pro Xtra Members Get Free Shipping to Home or Job Sites

Springfield Chat Thu Oct 9th, 6 pm – 7 pm: Meetup

Homeowners Beware: New Law Exempts BlueHub, Lenders from Consumer Protection, Usury Laws, Despite 20% APRs.

Judge Decides in Favor of Homeowners in BlueHub Lawsuit, Nonprofit To Appeal

Should I Use Rock Salt or Calcium Chloride? An Overview of Ice Removal

Home Depot Savings Can Cover Your Membership Dues

Filings Month Ending 2025 August 31

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