Massachusetts S224 prohibits real estate brokers from charging tenants for rental services.
Massachusetts S224 aims to eliminate forced broker's fees by prohibiting licensed real estate brokers from demanding, receiving, or retaining any payment from tenants for services related to residential rentals. This includes listing, showing, qualifying tenants, and document preparation. Additionally, landowners, landlords, lessors, or sub-lessors cannot require tenants to hire a broker as a condition of leasing. Violations are considered unfair or deceptive practices, with fines up to $1,000 per violation.
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