BiggerPockets Daily New Law in Massachusetts is Another Domino in the Movement Towards Transparency
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Sep 4, 2025 Massachusetts has implemented a new law banning hidden rental fees, requiring landlords to be upfront about all charges. This shift promotes transparency in the rental market, impacting property owners, including small landlords. The discussion includes strategies for adapting leases and advertisements to comply with these regulations. As this trend spreads nationwide, the importance of clear communication between landlords and tenants becomes increasingly vital.
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Massachusetts Requires Fee Transparency
- Massachusetts now requires landlords to disclose or bundle all rental fees like parking and trash into rent.
- This law forces transparent pricing and aims to prevent surprise add-on charges for tenants.
A Growing National Trend
- Several other states have already passed or are considering similar junk fee laws.
- This trend reflects a wider national movement toward all-inclusive rental pricing.
Large Landlords Are The Main Target
- The primary targets of junk-fee laws are large institutional landlords who used add-on fees to boost revenue.
- However, rules aimed at big operators inevitably impact small landlords too.