AGO Reaches $500,000 Settlement with Property Management Company Over Unlawful Fees
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Boston-based Green Ocean Property Management agreed to pay $500,000 in penalties for unlawful “junk” fees reportedly imposed on renters.
Should I Have My Rental’s Common Areas on Their Own Electric Meter?
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While legal under certain circumstances, having adjacent units pay for common-area electricity can cause headaches for landlords
Survey: Before and After MassLandlords
Take our brief survey and let us know how you felt as a rental housing provider before joining MassLandlords, and after becoming a member.
Landlord Basics: Rental Assistance in Massachusetts
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Rental assistance can take many forms, from Section 8 or mobile vouchers to emergency rental aid like RAFT. These are the basics for Massachusetts landlords.
Fixed Term Lease
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A fixed-term Massachusetts lease, along with some thoughts about why maybe you'd rather have a tenancy at will.
Tenancy at Will
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Massachusetts tenancy at will agreement for rental real estate.
Inside the MassLandlords Mission To Create Better Rental Housing
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MassLandlords’ mission to create better rental housing takes many approaches, including education and advocacy.
Letter From the Executive Director for August 2026: Income and Expenses
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Our Letter from the Executive Director for August 2026 details work we’re doing to increase revenue and decrease costs for members.
Rent Control Result in Portland, Maine: Property Owners Pay Millions More Per Year in Taxes
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Portland, Maine, enacted rent control in 2021, depressing property values and shifting the tax burden onto single-family, condominium and rental property owners.
July Notice for 2026 Annual Business Meeting and Elections
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Our 2026 Annual Business Meeting and Annual Election will be held electronically in October 2026. Now is the time to read about our election processes and nominate candidates.
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