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Press Release: White Paper Pushes For Compensated Form of Rent Control via Ballot Question Alternative

First Published January 16th, 2026 | Updated February 6th, 2026 Posted in policy, press releases - 0 Comments

Our white paper encourages legislators to supersede the 2026 Massachuetts rent control ballot question, for which signatures have been gathered.

Rent Control Appropriates Private Property to Public Use. Help Us Stop It Before It’s Too Late!

First Published November 4th, 2025 | Updated February 4th, 2026

The 2026 rent control ballot initiative removes landlords' right to compensation and is unconstitutional. Help us before it's too late: Donate today.

Rent Control Ballot 2026: Content and Analysis

First Published November 3rd, 2025 | Updated January 23rd, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

From Andrea Park, Mass. law Reform Institute, Mark Martinez, Mass. Law Reform Institute, Joel Feldman, Heisler, Feldman and Ordorica PC. Re: Proponent’s Response to Draft Summaries. Referencing G.L 40P in the summary would create confusion for voters... summarizing the language in plain English would be... necessarily partisan.

The rent control ballot initiative proposed for 2026 deletes Chapter 40P, so we review the key provisions of Chapter 40P being deleted and what the new text would propose.

Landlords Raising Rent in Anticipation of Possible Rent Control Deadline; Nonprofit Loophole

Posted on November 20th, 2025 Posted in News - 0 Comments

The November 2026 ballot initiative set Jan. 31, 2026, as the deadline for market-rate rent increases. Landlords raised rent in anticipation on especially long-term renters. A loophole prevents the need.

Notice of Occupant Right To Refuse Town or City Inspection

First Published July 29th, 2024 | Updated February 10th, 2026

A municipal employee wearing a long-sleeve shirt, reflective vest and glasses holds her inspection paperwork and stands outside the partially opened door of an apartment. Inside the door a man in a sweatshirt looks angrily at the inspector. Past him a pride flag is visible inside. He is going to refuse the inspector permission to come in.

Renters have a right to privacy. We encourage landlords to share this information with renters while explaining how landlords retain right to access.

First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Mar 6th, 12 pm – 1 pm Zoom.

Posted on February 9th, 2026

First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Mar 6th, 12 pm - 1 pm Zoom.

New ‘Junk Fee’ Regulations Prohibit Undisclosed Fees in Rental Housing

First Published January 26th, 2026 | Updated February 7th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

illustration demonstrating the correct and incorrect to advertise a product in compliance with the state’s new junk fee regulation. The first two left-side panels are labeled “Compliant Disclosures” with one panel reading “Total price: $148.86”, contrasted with a panel under “Noncompliant Disclosures” with a panel reading “Price: $143.86, *Seller will add a $5.00 surcharge to cover the cost of processing your online transaction.” The second compliant disclosure panel reads “Total price: $148.86, *includes a $5.00 surcharge to cover the cost or processing your online transaction,” contracted with a noncompliant disclosure panel reading “Total price: $148.86, *includes a $5.00 surcharge.”

A new regulation added to the state’s Consumer Protection Law mandates full, upfront disclosure of any and all fees included in rental housing.

Massachusetts Crash Course in Landlording and Rental Real Estate

First Published April 9th, 2016 | Updated February 6th, 2026

The MassLandlords crash course in landlording and rental real estate customized for Massachusetts. Top shelf real estate training and education.

Which Tenant Screening Service Is Best?

First Published July 21st, 2014 | Updated February 6th, 2026 Posted in tenant screening - 68 Comments

A review of tenant screening services for credit and criminal background checks, with recommendations and warnings about Massachusetts limitations.

Let Them Know They’re Renting From The Best With Our Certified Massachusetts Landlord™ Flyer

Posted on February 6th, 2026 Posted in News - 0 Comments

An image of our certification flyer sits against a blue background. A banner overlay reads “Let them know they’re renting from the best.” Two text boxes highlight the space for a landlord name and the QR code that allows for easy verification.

Our newest flyer tells applicants you’re a landlord who is committed to best practices and running a compliant rental business.

Press Release: White Paper Pushes For Compensated Form of Rent Control via Ballot Question Alternative

Rent Control Appropriates Private Property to Public Use. Help Us Stop It Before It’s Too Late!

Rent Control Ballot 2026: Content and Analysis

Landlords Raising Rent in Anticipation of Possible Rent Control Deadline; Nonprofit Loophole

Notice of Occupant Right To Refuse Town or City Inspection

First Friday Office Hours with Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. No Presentation. Open Q&A. Fri Mar 6th, 12 pm – 1 pm Zoom.

New ‘Junk Fee’ Regulations Prohibit Undisclosed Fees in Rental Housing

Massachusetts Crash Course in Landlording and Rental Real Estate

Which Tenant Screening Service Is Best?

Let Them Know They’re Renting From The Best With Our Certified Massachusetts Landlord™ Flyer

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