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New “Junk Fee” Regulations Took Effect Sept. 1, 2025

Posted on October 30th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

a partial page of a blank self-extending lease form is shown on an iPad screen. Fields for the agreement date, owner contact information, and lessee and occupant information can be seen.

940 CMR 38 prohibits “unfair and deceptive fees,” including automatic renewals without prior notice. Here’s what landlords need to know.

From WPOA to MassLandlords: Celebrating 40 Years of Community

Posted on October 30th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A scan of a partial page that shows the 1985 articles of organization for the Worcester Property Owners Association. The page is headed “The Commonwealth of Massachusetts” and is set against a blue background.

Small landlord groups scattered across Massachusetts came together under the idea that we would be better together. It’s been 40 years of community, networking and advocacy.

Letter from the Executive Director for November 2025: Monthly Dues

Posted on October 30th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Our Letter from the Executive Director for November 2025 announces the long-anticipated launch of monthly dues, talks garage and parking agreements, and shares news of a reset with EOHLC.

Following the Money: Security Deposits Beyond the Reach of Landlord’s Creditors, not DOR

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

Security deposits in Massachusetts are beyond reach of the landlord's creditors, but not necessarily the tenant's creditors.

Landlording 101: How to Buy a Rental Property

Posted on September 29th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

an aerial view photograph of Boston shows many high-rise buildings, the river, and seaport, and the communities beyond.

Are you a new or prospective landlord? These are the basics about choosing a new rental property, taken directly from our Crash Course in Landlording.

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.

Letter from the Executive Director for October 2025: Elections, Spanish

Posted on September 29th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Our Letter from the Executive Director for October 2025 details a new hire for Spanish translation, shares the tentative monthly dues schedule and reviews other initiatives.

Solving Hard Problems, Giving Back: Executive Director Quattrochi to Mentor MIT Students in Terrascope Program

Posted on September 29th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A photograph of two Caucasian men standing side by side in a building lobby with a large projector screen in the background. The man on the left has light hair and a beard and wears a light-colored striped button-down shirt with two buttons undone. The man on the left has dark hair and wears a black polo shirt. Both are smiling.

First-year MIT students tackle major global issues in a dedicated learning community, mentored by alumni and university leaders.

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.

Notice of Annual Meeting 2025: MassLandlords Annual Elections Open Oct. 8

First Published September 25th, 2025 | Updated October 28th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

Members in good standing must vote online at MassLandlords.net/vote in this year’s annual election.