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Spring Notice for 2024 Annual Business Meeting and Elections: October instead of December

Posted on March 27th, 2024 Posted in News - 2 Comments

A MassLandlords branded bic pen and in-person event nametag sit on a MassLandlords tablecloth.

Our 2024 Annual Business Meeting and Annual Election will be held electronically in October 2024. Now is the time to volunteer.

All Towns Laws for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Massachusetts

First Published January 31st, 2024 | Updated March 25th, 2024

Here is a conventional residential structure with pitched roof, a front door and two front windows. Attached to the left side of it is a small addition with a hip roof and a second front door.

Which municipalities allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and under what conditions? Our list of Massachusetts ADU laws is comprehensive and updated by readers.

Filings Month Ending 2024 February 29

Posted on March 14th, 2024

Massachusetts Eviction Data and Housing Court Statistics: Filings Month Ending 2024 February 29

Outcomes for July 2022

Posted on March 14th, 2024

Massachusetts Eviction Data and Housing Court Statistics: Outcomes for July 2022 filings

National Flood Insurance Program to Expire March 8 at Midnight

First Published February 21st, 2024 | Updated March 12th, 2024 Posted in News - 1 Comment

A computer-generated map shows different degrees of flood risk for Westfield, Massachusetts, and surrounding areas. Areas with a 1% chance of annual flood hazards are highlighted in blue.

Congress must reauthorize the NFIP to avoid lapses in flood insurance sales and renewals.

Natural Disasters Cause Spike in Homeowner’s Insurance Premiums

Posted on March 6th, 2024 Posted in News - 0 Comments

A raging wildfire behind a hilly area of California nearly blocks out the sun with large clouds of smoke.

As insurance companies struggle to cover billions in damages from wildfires, storms and floods, premiums increase exponentially. Homeowners bear the cost.