Mass. law changing rental fees for tenants takes effect

Editorial: Rent-control bid a self-defeating housing solution

The answer, or one that will just compound the problem? Hundreds of tenants from across Massachusetts converged on Beacon Hill on July 29 to rally in support of rent stabilization legislation, which proponents see as an immediate way to help offset the state’s longstanding housing affordability crisis. That’s in contrast to the Healey administration, which has focused on boosting housing production. The advocates’ early afternoon rally occurred …

Mandatory broker’s fees are now banned. Here’s what to expect – The Bay State Banner

Effective August 1, renters looking to secure housing in Massachusetts no longer have to pay a mandatory broker’s fee unless they choose to hire one acting on their behalf. For brokers, leasing agents and landlords, it means a new way of doing business.

Mass. law changing rental fees for tenants takes effect

"This new law will save renters thousands of dollars each time they move," Gov. Maura Healey said.

Will new broker fee rules have ‘unintended consequences' for renters?

Massachusetts state law now prohibits landlords from passing broker fees onto incoming tenants.

New Massachusetts law prohibits renters to pay broker's fees

BOSTON (WWLP) - Beginning August 1, Massachusetts prohibits landlords from requiring renters to pay broker fees, making renting more affordable. Governor Maura Healey has signed a provision in the Fiscal Year 2026 budget that prohibits landlords from requiring renters to pay the landlords' broker fees. The new Massachusetts law will save renters thousands of dollars each time they move and make the rental process less burdensome. Healey: “I…

Governor Healey: Forced Renter-paid Broker’s Fees End Aug. 1 – Beacon Hill Times

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