An Act eliminating forced broker's fees
This bill prohibits real estate brokers and landlords from charging tenants fees for services like showings, document preparation, or tenant screening when renting residential properties in Massachusetts. It bans landlords from requiring tenants to hire a broker or pay broker fees as a condition of renting. Violations are considered unfair business practices under Chapter 93A, with fines up to $1,000 per violation. The law directly affects tenants, landlords, and brokers in residential rental transactions across the Commonwealth.
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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Tram Nguyen
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Homar Gomez
DDemocratic
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Lindsay Sabadosa
DDemocratic
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Mike Connolly
DDemocratic
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Tara Hong
DDemocratic
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