The laws are constantly changing, so we will give you a comprehensive update on all the proposals being discussed and where they stand. We will start with the current status of emergency laws, like the eviction moratorium, and work backward from “closest to passing” to “most far off in the future”. We will review the specific proposals as well as where they stand:
Massachusetts eviction moratorium
CDC eviction moratorium
Tenant opportunity to purchase act/tenant right of first refusal
Right to counsel
Eviction sealing
Rent cancellation
Rent control
Fair and Equal Housing Guarantee via Surety Bonds
This presentation will be relevant to investors making decisions, grassroots volunteers who contact Reps and Senators regularly, and anyone interested in housing policy.
We will review all proposed and emergency lawsMassLandlords Executive Director Doug Quattrochi
MassLandlords offers attendees of directly managed events a “No Sales Pitch” guarantee. If a guest speaker offers services, their presentation will not discuss pricing, promotions, or reasons why you should hire them. We do not permit speakers to pay for or sponsor events. Guest speakers are chosen for their expertise and willingness to present helpful educational content. Your purchase of an event ticket sustains our nonprofit model.
Open to attendees statewide
This event is regionally branded in keeping with a local tradition. This region used to meet in-person on this day at this time. You are welcome to participate in this virtual meeting no matter where you are in the state.
Wednesday, October 7th
Virtual Meeting Agenda
5:10pm Sign-in and virtual networking: you can chit chat with others as people log in
5:40pm MassLandlords Business Update and Member Minutes
Member Minutes – Any member can have the mic for 60 seconds (introduce yourself, ask a question, share words of wisdom, etc.)
6:00pm Local Manager Meeting Introduction
6:05pm Policy update in-depth
7:00pm Virtual meeting ends
Participation is Easy
As a result of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, our events have been replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the traditional event time for each former location:
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Our virtual registration desk is open for all events one hour starting 30 minutes prior to the event start time. Call 774-314-1896 or email hello@masslandlords.net for live, real-time help signing in and using your technology.
If joining a virtual meeting, please use the zoom “test audio” feature. You will be allowed to talk to others if your microphone is good and there is no background noise. We reserve the right to mute anyone for any reason. Attendees without a microphone or who don’t want to be heard can type questions.
Virtual Meeting Details (hosted by Zoom)
We will share our video, audio, and computer screen and slides.
Optional: You can share your video with everyone, talk to everyone, and type chat with everyone. Video sharing is not required. Talking is not required.
Meeting ID: 831 5508 0329 Passcode: Will be emailed
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 831 5508 0329 Passcode: Will be emailed Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kekmxugyPM
Pricing
Open to the public. Membership is not required!
Contemporaneous participation:
Public: $10
Members: $7
Premium Members: No charge and no need to register. Click here for meeting details and password.
Personal injury lawsuits can strike like a bolt out of the blue, but there are simple things every landlord can do to minimize your risk. Do you act before a winter icing event? If not, you may not doing your job. Property owners and managers will learn how severe weather leads to litigation exposure, what specific, actionable steps should be taken in response to weather alerts, and how to manage this across your team or your schedule. We will also cover the Storm Ready Certification: Supporter Designation.
This tornado hit Massachusetts in 2011. Experienced meteorologists are invaluable when weather-related litigation arisesDr. Alicia Wasula
This part of the presentation will be given by Dr. Alicia Wasula, CCM, President of Shade Tree Meteorology and 2019 Chair of the American Meteorological Society Board of Certified Consulting Meteorologists. Dr. Wasula is smart, down to earth, and experienced at helping landlords large and small ensure they are prepared for hazardous weather. Dr. Wasula’s goal is to minimize the risk of litigation due to an injury occurring on your property.
“No Sales Pitch” Guarantee
MassLandlords offers attendees of directly managed events a “No Sales Pitch” guarantee. If a guest speaker offers services, their presentation will not discuss pricing, promotions, or reasons why you should hire them. We do not permit speakers to pay for or sponsor events. Guest speakers are chosen for their expertise and willingness to present helpful educational content. Your purchase of an event ticket sustains our nonprofit model.
Open to attendees statewide
This event is regionally branded in keeping with a local tradition. This region used to meet in-person on this day at this time. You are welcome to participate in this virtual meeting no matter where you are in the state.
Thursday, October 8th
Virtual Meeting Agenda
4:10pm Sign-in and virtual networking: you can chit chat with others as people log in
4:40pm MassLandlords Business Update and Member Minutes
Member Minutes – Any member can have the mic for 60 seconds (introduce yourself, ask a question, share words of wisdom, etc.)
5:05pm Local Manager Meeting Introduction
5:10pm Weather Preparedness
6:00pm Virtual meeting ends
Participation is Easy
As a result of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, our events have been replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the traditional event time for each former location:
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Our virtual registration desk is open for all events one hour starting 30 minutes prior to the event start time. Call 774-314-1896 or email hello@masslandlords.net for live, real-time help signing in and using your technology.
If joining a virtual meeting, please use the zoom “test audio” feature. You will be allowed to talk to others if your microphone is good and there is no background noise. We reserve the right to mute anyone for any reason. Attendees without a microphone or who don’t want to be heard can type questions.
Virtual Meeting Details (hosted by Zoom)
We will share our video, audio, and computer screen and slides.
Optional: You can share your video with everyone, talk to everyone, and type chat with everyone. Video sharing is not required. Talking is not required.
Meeting ID: 847 7267 9419 Password will be emailed and viewable online.
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Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kc3o4X62pM
Pricing
Open to the public. Membership is not required!
Contemporaneous participation:
Public: $10
Members: $7
Premium Members: No charge and no need to register. Click here for meeting details and password.
Join us from the comfort of your home for a presentation by Attorney Mark Burrell and explaining what you need to know about the eviction moratorium and “The List” of all documents property managers should have on hand.
Mark Burrell is a seasoned Landlord/Tenant attorney and has the unique perspective to look at your situation from the eyes of the defendant’s attorney. Besides knowing the ins and outs of what to look for in possible glitches to your Security Deposit accounts that may trip us up as landlords; Attorney Burrell is a great storyteller and we are sure you will be entertained at this event.
Meetings are open to the public! Tickets are $10. Zoom meeting information will be provided the day of the event. Become a member and the annual dues pay for all 10 meetings a year!
Thursday, October 8th
NWCLA Meeting Agenda
Visit nwcla.com for any last-minute updates or changes.
7:00pm Presentations
Location
Virtual Meeting and Webinar Replacement
During the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, this event series is being replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the normal event time. Please do not go to the physical event location. If you require assistance using webinar or virtual meeting technology, please contact us at 774-314-1896 or hello@masslandlords.net a day or two prior to the event. We can send instructions in time for you to participate.
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Pricing
Membership not required! Open to the public.
Early-bird ends seven days prior @ 12pm:
Public and Members other than NWCLA: $10
MassLandlords.net/NWCLA members: pay annual dues, then free
Zoom meeting information will be provided the day of the event
Our October meeting is going to be another zoom conference call. This presentation will be a Lawsuit Update given by Attorney Jordana Roubicek Greenman.
Tuesday, October 13th
MetroWest Property Owners Association Meeting Agenda
7:00pm Zoom Meeting Starts
8:00pm Zoom Meeting Ends
Location
Virtual Meeting and Webinar Replacement
During the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, this event series is being replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the normal event time. Please do not go to the physical event location. If you require assistance using webinar or virtual meeting technology, please contact us at 774-314-1896 or hello@masslandlords.net a day or two prior to the event. We can send instructions in time for you to participate.
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Pricing & RSVP
Open to the public! Membership is not required. *MWPOA Members* RSVP by emailing your full name to Laurel newlakeview@yahoo.com
MassLandlords.net/MWPOA Members pay $100 annual MWPOA dues and each meeting is free, just RSVP!
We’ll be having a round table (really, zoom) discussion/presentation about the end of the state eviction moratorium and the start of the CDC eviction moratorium. Our speaker will be the Central Division Housing Court Clerk Magistrate Nickolas Moudios. (Note that the roundtable previously scheduled for this time slot has been replaced.)
This will be an in-depth update on the changes taking place at the housing court:
When can I file for cause?
How does the CDC moratorium impact filing for nonpayment?
Will there be a new affidavit related to the CDC moratorium?
When will my old case be heard?
When will my new case be heard?
What if I can’t do zoom?
How does the Governor’s announcement impact mediation and diversion?
Landlord-tenant attorneys and owners with rental agreement nonperformance: clear your schedules, this is an important update provided directly by court staff.
Attendees will be allowed to ask questions. The Clerk Magistrate will be giving procedural information, he will not be giving legal advice particular to your situation.
We’ll be having a whole-room (zoom) discussionClerk Magistrate Moudios of the Central Division Housing Court will be speaking
MassLandlords offers attendees of directly managed events a “No Sales Pitch” guarantee. If a guest speaker offers services, their presentation will not discuss pricing, promotions, or reasons why you should hire them. We do not permit speakers to pay for or sponsor events. Guest speakers are chosen for their expertise and willingness to present helpful educational content. Your purchase of an event ticket sustains our nonprofit model.
Open to attendees statewide
This event is regionally branded in keeping with a local tradition. This region used to meet in-person on this day at this time. You are welcome to participate in this virtual meeting no matter where you are in the state.
Wednesday, October 14th
Virtual Meeting Agenda
5:00pm Sign-in and virtual networking: you can chit chat with others as people log in
5:40pm Meeting introduction (no business update)
5:45pm Clerk Magistrate Nickolas Moudios
6:45pm Virtual meeting ends
Participation is Easy
As a result of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, our events have been replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the traditional event time for each former location:
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Our virtual registration desk is open for all events one hour starting 30 minutes prior to the event start time. Call 774-314-1896 or email hello@masslandlords.net for live, real-time help signing in and using your technology.
If joining a virtual meeting, please use the zoom “test audio” feature. You will be allowed to talk to others if your microphone is good and there is no background noise. We reserve the right to mute anyone for any reason. Attendees without a microphone or who don’t want to be heard can type questions.
Virtual Meeting Details (hosted by Zoom)
We will share our video, audio, and computer screen and slides.
Optional: You can share your video with everyone, talk to everyone, and type chat with everyone. Video sharing is not required. Talking is not required.
Meeting ID: 851 0190 7616 Passcode: Will be emailed
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 851 0190 7616 Passcode: Will be emailed Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kuQvV7QjB
Pricing
Open to the public. Membership is not required!
Contemporaneous participation:
Public: $10
Members: $7
Premium Members: No charge and no need to register. Click here for meeting details and password.
On the 2020 Massachusetts ballot being voted in October by mail and on November 3, voters will be asked to answer Question 2: should the state adopt a system known as “ranked-choice voting”. We will review the full text of the ballot question, what ranked choice voting would mean for Massachusetts, and what both supporters and detractors say about it.
We will then review several past elections and the outcome that occurred vs what might have happened differently if an alternative voting method had been used. We will look at both MassLandlords’ elections (which use non-traditional voting methods) as well as the elections that have changed the course of housing policy in Massachusetts.
Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how the eviction moratorium, rent control, rent cancellation, tenant opportunity to purchase, right to counsel, eviction sealing, and a Fair and Equal Housing Guarantee via surety bonds are all either helped or hindered by our current voting method or the alternative ranked choice voting.
The MassLandlords Board of Directors has Endorsed “Yes” on Question 2 Ranked Choice Voting
This presentation will be given by Executive Director Doug Quattrochi. This presentation is an independent expenditure without coordination with the Massachusetts Ranked Choice Voting 2020 Committee.
“No Sales Pitch” Guarantee
MassLandlords offers attendees of directly managed events a “No Sales Pitch” guarantee. If a guest speaker offers services, their presentation will not discuss pricing, promotions, or reasons why you should hire them. We do not permit speakers to pay for or sponsor events. Guest speakers are chosen for their expertise and willingness to present helpful educational content. Your purchase of an event ticket sustains our nonprofit model.
Friday, October 16th
12:00pm Webinar Begins
1:00pm Webinar Ends
Registration
This webinar is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.
Webinar Details (hosted by Zoom)
We will share our video, audio, and computer screen and slides.
You can chat questions. You will not be on video or audio.
Upon purchasing, you will be registered. Registrants will have full access to the webinar, including watching live or watching the recording any time after the webinar is posted.
Watch Live (on October 16, 2020 12:00 PM):
Zoom Webinar When: Oct 16, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Statewide Webinar October 16, 2020
Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87856110212 Passcode: 991713 Or iPhone one-tap : US: +13126266799,,87856110212#,,,,,,0#,,991713# or +16468769923,,87856110212#,,,,,,0#,,991713# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 876 9923 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 408 638 0968 or +1 669 900 6833 Webinar ID: 878 5611 0212 Passcode: 991713 International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kjitpH0zH
This event will teach attendees the legal alternative to filing for eviction and waiting for a court hearing: the “cash for keys” mutual release.
A variety of factors make “cash for keys” arrangements desirable from an owner/manager point of view:
Rent arrears for many of us are into the tens of thousands of dollars;
The state legislature won’t enact a housing guarantee because reasons;
The Governor’s administration isn’t setting aside enough money to pay for the arrears;
The judicial branch is working hard but ultimately can only do so much with a nine month backlog.
Is it time to cut your losses and move on? This presentation will review:
Have cash for keys been allowed under the MA eviction moratorium? (Yes, we’ll review the case law)
What does a properly structured cash for keys agreement look like?
What is best practice for going forward given the state of the Massachusetts and CDC moratoriums.
What is the benefit of attempting a cash for keys mediated move-out, compared to waiting for a court date.
What is the likelihood of success of trying to game the system by filing a no-fault, no cause eviction when rent arrears are owed? (Hint: not good.)
What is best practice for starting the conversation with a renter who is long-term unstable in their current housing?
Peter Vickery is an attorney at Bobrowski and Vickery LLC and MassLandlords Legislative Affairs CounselPeter Shapiro runs The Good Landlord Consulting and is MassLandlords’ Stakeholder Liaison and Helpline Counselor
Part of the presentation will be given by Peter Vickery of Bobrowski & Vickery, LLC. Attorney Vickery practices law in Western Massachusetts where he focuses on landlord-tenant law (representing landlords in Housing Court) and discrimination defense (representing business owners in the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination). He graduated from Oxford University (Jesus College) with a BA in Modern History; obtained his Post-Graduate Diploma in Law from the University of the West of England in Bristol; his JD from Boston University School of Law; and his Masters in Public Policy & Administration from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Attorney Vickery served one term on the Governor’s Council (the elected 8-member body that approves or vetoes the governor’s choice of judges in Massachusetts) and on the State Ballot Law Commission. As Legislative Affairs Counsel for MassLandlords he drafts bills, bill summaries, and testimony in the area of housing law, and writes amicus briefs in cases that have strategic significance for rental-property owners.
Part of the presentation will be given by Peter Shapiro. A graduate of MIT’s Master’s Program in City Planning, Peter founded and directed Mediation For Results, a Program at Just-A-Start Corporation, a nonprofit in Cambridge, Massachusetts. From 1990 to 2015, Peter and his team provided landlord counseling, mediation and homelessness prevention, and led landlord support groups across Metro Boston. Peter now provides Helpline and Member services for MassLandlords and also provides landlord counseling and mediation for the City of Boston. Peter is the author of The Good Landlord: A Guide to Making a Profit While Making a Difference.
MassLandlords offers attendees of directly managed events a “No Sales Pitch” guarantee. If a guest speaker offers services, their presentation will not discuss pricing, promotions, or reasons why you should hire them. We do not permit speakers to pay for or sponsor events. Guest speakers are chosen for their expertise and willingness to present helpful educational content. Your purchase of an event ticket sustains our nonprofit model.
Open to attendees statewide
This event is regionally branded in keeping with a local tradition. This region used to meet in-person on this day at this time. You are welcome to participate in this virtual meeting no matter where you are in the state.
Tuesday, October 20th
Cambridge & Statewide Virtual Meeting Agenda
5:10pm Sign-in and virtual networking: you can chit chat with others as people log in
5:40pm MassLandlords Business Update and Member Minutes
Member Minutes – Any member can have the mic for 60 seconds (introduce yourself, ask a question, share words of wisdom, etc.)
6:00pm Local Manager Meeting Introduction
6:05pm Cash for keys
7:00pm Virtual meeting ends
Participation is Easy
As a result of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, our events have been replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the traditional event time for each former location:
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Our virtual registration desk is open for all events one hour starting 30 minutes prior to the event start time. Call 774-314-1896 or email hello@masslandlords.net for live, real-time help signing in and using your technology.
If joining a virtual meeting, please use the zoom “test audio” feature. You will be allowed to talk to others if your microphone is good and there is no background noise. We reserve the right to mute anyone for any reason. Attendees without a microphone or who don’t want to be heard can type questions.
Virtual Meeting Details (hosted by Zoom)
We will share our video, audio, and computer screen and slides.
Optional: You can share your video with everyone, talk to everyone, and type chat with everyone. Video sharing is not required. Talking is not required.
Meeting ID: 843 1714 8107 Passcode: Will be emailed
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 843 1714 8107 Passcode: Will be emailed Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kIauLtnsj
Pricing
Open to the public. Membership is not required!
Contemporaneous participation:
Public: $10
Members: $7
Premium Members: No charge and no need to register. Click here for meeting details and password.
At this event we will help owners and managers evaluate for themselves whether they are prepared for court following the end of the state moratorium and the start of the CDC moratorium. A sample checklist of considerations:
Is the issue primarily nonpayment, cause, or no cause stated?
If the issue is nonpayment, is the renter covered or likely to be covered under the CDC moratorium?
Are there code issues with the unit?
Is there a security deposit? Is it compliantly held?
And much more
Attorney Kate Higgins-Shea
This presentation will be given by attorney Kate Higgins-Shea. Attorney Higgins-Shea is a partner at Lyon & Fitzpatrick, LLP in Holyoke. Her practice concentrates on housing, representing landlords and property managers in civil and eviction cases. She also represents court-appointed receivers. She has been instrumental in developing our rental forms and has been a long-time contributor at MassLandlords Greater Springfield. As the courts become fully virtual, attorneys based in any region may represent clients anywhere in the state.
MassLandlords offers attendees of directly managed events a “No Sales Pitch” guarantee. If a guest speaker offers services, their presentation will not discuss pricing, promotions, or reasons why you should hire them. We do not permit speakers to pay for or sponsor events. Guest speakers are chosen for their expertise and willingness to present helpful educational content. Your purchase of an event ticket sustains our nonprofit model.
Open to attendees statewide
This event is regionally branded in keeping with a local tradition. This region used to meet in-person on this day at this time. You are welcome to participate in this virtual meeting no matter where you are in the state.
Monday, October 26th
Virtual Meeting Agenda
5:00pm Sign-in and virtual networking: you can chit chat with others as people log in
5:40pm MassLandlords Business Update and Member Minutes
Member Minutes – Any member can have the mic for 60 seconds (introduce yourself, ask a question, share words of wisdom, etc.)
6:00pm Attorney Higgins-Shea
7:00pm Virtual meeting ends
Participation is Easy
As a result of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, our events have been replaced by webinars or virtual meetings held during the traditional event time for each former location:
Virtual meetings include optional audience participation via video, phone, and screenshare and are not recorded.
Webinars have limited participation options (typed questions only) and are recorded.
Our virtual registration desk is open for all events one hour starting 30 minutes prior to the event start time. Call 774-314-1896 or email hello@masslandlords.net for live, real-time help signing in and using your technology.
If joining a virtual meeting, please use the zoom “test audio” feature. You will be allowed to talk to others if your microphone is good and there is no background noise. We reserve the right to mute anyone for any reason. Attendees without a microphone or who don’t want to be heard can type questions.
Virtual Meeting Details (hosted by Zoom)
We will share our video, audio, and computer screen and slides.
Optional: You can share your video with everyone, talk to everyone, and type chat with everyone. Video sharing is not required. Talking is not required.
Meeting ID: 830 9169 0608 Passcode: Will be emailed
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 830 9169 0608 Passcode: Will be emailed Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcW85QorEV
Pricing
Open to the public. Membership is not required!
Contemporaneous participation:
Public: $10
Members: $7
Premium Members: No charge and no need to register. Click here for meeting details and password.
