Bill > H374

This bill amends existing Massachusetts law to clarify and regulate tenant agents, specifically addressing who can legally help prospective tenants find rental properties for a fee. Under the proposed legislation, only licensed real estate brokers or salespersons (as defined in section 87PP of the law) are permitted to engage in business involving finding dwelling accommodations for tenants in exchange for payment. These licensed professionals are explicitly authorized to perform specific tasks on behalf of tenants, including contracting directly with tenants to locate or rent residential or commercial real estate, finding tenants for properties, presenting lease offers to landlords or their agents, and negotiating on the tenant's behalf. The bill essentially ensures that tenant-focused property search services are conducted by professionally licensed real estate agents, which likely aims to protect consumers by maintaining professional standards and accountability in the rental property search process.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H374