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MA H214

MA H214
Relative to consumer rights of renters


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to prohibit certain supplemental fees levied against prospective tenants or current tenants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits certain supplemental fees that landlords, property management companies, or real estate agents may charge to prospective or current tenants. It specifies the only fees that can be charged, which include the first and last month's rent, a security deposit, the cost of a key and lock, and a brokerage fee not exceeding one month's rent. The bill also prohibits requiring tenants to sign a new lease more than two months before the expiration of their current lease. The state's Board of Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons is tasked with promulgating rules, regulations, and penalties to implement this new law.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4452 (on 02/26/2020)

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