Bill > H335

This bill proposes an amendment to Section 87DDD1/2 of chapter 112 of the Massachusetts General Laws, specifically addressing real estate brokerage fees. The key provision requires that brokerage fees be paid exclusively by the party (either the lessor or tenant) who initially engaged and signed a contract with the licensed real estate broker or salesman. By specifying that only the original contracting party is responsible for paying the broker's fee, the bill aims to promote equity and clarity in real estate transactions involving leases. This change appears designed to prevent situations where fees might be arbitrarily shifted between parties and to ensure that the financial responsibility for broker services is directly tied to the party who originally solicited and agreed to those services.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H335