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Spooky Story: The Legend of Security Deposit Hollow

First Published October 31st, 2021 | Updated October 15th, 2025 Posted in laws, policy - 1 Comment

A carved jack-o-lantern against a black background is lit from within by a candle that makes its face glow orange. The pumpkin has a scary expression, with narrowed eyes and an open mouth full of pointy teeth. Above the pumpkin, the words “Triple Damages” in a creepy font appear in white, with white smoke surrounding them.

The Legend of Security Deposit Hollow is a tale of triple damages from good faith errors with a Massachusetts security deposit.

Another Federal Judge Declares CDC Eviction Moratorium Unlawful

Posted on May 5th, 2021 Posted in laws, News, policy - 2 Comments

Judge Dabney Friedrich of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ordered that the CDC moratorium be set aside, a decision that the Biden administration has said it will appeal.

The Governor, Legislature Need to Hear from You on H.5250 Right of First Refusal

First Published January 6th, 2021 | Updated March 2nd, 2021 Posted in laws, policy - 0 Comments

Right of first refusal was vetoed in January but could pop back up. Review our talking points and contact your representatives to ask them to oppose it.

Under the CDC Moratorium Is It Legal to Send a Notice to Quit?

First Published October 15th, 2020 | Updated April 14th, 2023 Posted in laws - 2 Comments

Even if it may seem legal to send a notice to quit for nonpayment after October 17, think carefully about the criminal penalties and consult with an attorney before doing so.

Message Board Moratorium Bulletin from October 12 RE: End of State Eviction Moratorium, Start of CDC Moratorium

First Published October 14th, 2020 | Updated June 4th, 2024 Posted in laws - 1 Comment

The announcement below was posted to MassLandlords message boards on Monday, October 12 about the end of the Massachusetts eviction moratorium and the start of the CDC moratorium.

Massachusetts Eviction Moratorium Expires: Full Explanation and FAQ

First Published April 21st, 2020 | Updated May 14th, 2024 Posted in laws, policy - 113 Comments

Full explanation of the April 2020 COVID-19 Massachusetts eviction moratorium, including FAQ and easy to understand examples.

Eviction Moratorium Raises Constitutional Questions

First Published April 16th, 2020 | Updated February 6th, 2021 Posted in laws, News, policy - 12 Comments

Contact your local representatives to speak out against an eviction moratorium that is unfunded, unevenly applied and possibly unconstitutional.

Jim Brooks Stabilization Act, H.4142, Sent to Study

First Published June 20th, 2018 | Updated April 13th, 2023 Posted in evictions, laws, News - 0 Comments

Just Cause Eviction Rent Control will not pass this session, may be refiled in January.

Worcester Revisiting “Four or More” Rule on Density

First Published May 8th, 2018 | Updated April 13th, 2023 Posted in laws, News - 0 Comments

Owners coordinating to reform long-standing prohibition on density in college housing, extended families.

Shoveling out the Past: A Note on Changes to the Snow Laws

First Published April 11th, 2018 | Updated April 13th, 2023 Posted in laws - 7 Comments

Massachusetts no longer has law on “unnatural accumulation.” Owners must clear as for guests.