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Crumbling Foundations: The Architectural Nightmare Creeping Through Massachusetts

Posted on November 3rd, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A close-up photograph of a concrete wall with a spiderweb network of cracks, some of which go deep into the stone.

Cement foundations from quarries with pyrrhotite can cause major issues decades later. One group in Massachusetts is trying to get justice for homeowners.

Correction: Rent Control Ballot Initiative Petition Had Adequate Signatures

Posted on November 3rd, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A screen shot of the partial front page of our objection against the ballot initiative petition. The text is obscured by a red banner overlay running corner to corner, which reads “Filed Due to Misinformation.”

Incomplete information from the attorney general’s office led MassLandlords to oppose the petition on incorrect grounds and timed us out for filing other opposition.

Renters Insurance: Can Landlords Legally Require it? What About Pet Insurance?

First Published February 17th, 2022 | Updated October 31st, 2025 Posted in News - 1 Comment

Renters insurance is a good idea for both tenants and landlords, but requiring tenants to buy insurance may not be legally advisable.

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

First Published September 28th, 2025 | Updated October 31st, 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.

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.