MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

A resilient economy. An aging workforce. Too few homes.

Less than two weeks before the midterm elections, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) with measures to ease mortgage burdens amid rising rates.

GBAR teamed up with AREAA and NAHREP on October 14 for A Taste of the World, an unforgettable evening of networking, international cuisine, and luxury waterfront living at One Harbor Shore on Boston’s iconic Fan Pier!

Boston City Council President Liz Breadon (who represents Allston-Brighton) introduced a proposal for the city to publish a biannual “bad landlords list”.

For the 18th consecutive month, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) indicates a sentiment that market conditions for new housing development are “more poor than good.”

Property owners required to notify tenants within 48 hours of putting their residence on the market

My office recently reached a 500k settlement with a property management company squeezing tenants dry with illegal fees.

830 CMR 62.6.3: Lead Paint Removal Credit (PROPOSED REGULATION)

It’s just survival now’: Why is almost a third of Boston’s life sciences lab space sitting vacant?

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Housing discrimination against People of Color, households with housing vouchers, people with disabilities and others is rampant in Massachusetts.

BAR’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) brought the real estate community together for an exciting event filled with friendly competition, great entertainment, and a fantastic cause.

GBAR recently welcomed Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan for an important conversation about REALTOR® safety—and the simple steps real estate professionals can take to better protect themselves and their clients.

Tenant advocates are heartened while landlord groups are steadfastly opposed to measures included in sweeping economic development bill.

The Massachusetts Coalition for Sustainable Energy (MCSE) Study on the Real Cost of Senate Bill S.3166

How Discretionary Permitting Stalls Housing in Massachusetts

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Planned projects are estimated to prevent more than $40B in projected losses through end of century, though questions loom over who pays.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Members of the Greater Boston Association of REALTORS® (GBAR) recently traveled to Washington, D.C., for the 2026 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings.

The Greater Boston Association of REALTORS® (GBAR) proudly hosted its Annual Awards Celebration, bringing together members to celebrate the achievements, service, and commitment.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

GREB backs removal of parking requirements for residential developments.

Greater Boston Association Offers American Sign Language Course to Expand Inclusionary Range of Member Services.

The 11th Annual GBAR Roadshow Conference & Expo brought together REALTORS® and industry partners for a full day of learning, networking, and inspiration.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Critical Federal Housing Programs Fully Funded

Rent-control proposals continue to rear their heads in states and communities around the country.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Over 160 members and guests joined us at The Westin Waltham Boston to celebrate as Joselin Malkhasian of Lamacchia Realty, Inc. was installed as the 2026 President of the Greater Boston Association of REALTORS® (GBAR).

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

New Massachusetts regulations, effective November 1, require withholding agents, subject to certain exemptions, to withhold an amount of tax on gains from a nonresident’s sale or exchange of Massachusetts real estate.

The 2024 Massachusetts housing bond bill has a provision designed to preserve a residential buyer’s ability to conduct a home inspection.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

The Greater Boston Association of REALTORS® (GBAR) proudly hosted its Annual Awards Celebration, bringing together members to celebrate the achievements, service, and commitment.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

The Art of the Offer, to help equip REALTORS® with practical insights and strategies for crafting strong, compelling offers in today’s competitive market.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Broker fees charged to tenants have sparked debate, with critics citing the added financial burden on renters and brokers defending the fees as fair compensation for their expertise and services.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

We have opened the nomination process for our 2025 Member Recognition Awards, which will be handed out at our Awards Breakfast on August 14th!

Is the tenant’s agent required to sign the Tenant Lead Paint Certification?

Floorplans provide valuable information to potential buyers, and a federal appellate court recently affirmed their fair use in listings.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

New Massachusetts Attorney General rules, effective September 2, regulate “junk fees” for rental housing, but the impact on the rental industry remains unclear and may be clarified in the coming months.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

The Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MAR) are seeking applications for their 2026 Leadership Team.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

GBAR’s Diversity Scholarship Program, established in 2023, provides training and financial support to racial minority groups pursuing careers in real estate.

Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are a common topic on the GBAR and MAR legal hotlines, with landlords often seeking guidance from REALTORS® on handling tenant noise complaints.

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

Meet your 2025 GBAR Leadership Team - Mark Triglione Starts Terms as GBAR President

MAR's Legal Team covers member questions on key topics.

New requirements mandated under the NAR antitrust settlement agreement take effect this month and with MLS PIN also having announced recent rule changes.

The National Association of Realtors on Friday, May 3, outlined the various policy changes that will stem from its landmark commission lawsuit settlement, and revealed that those changes will go into effect in August.

GBAR President Jared Wilk discusses the proposed NAR settlement in the antitrust lawsuits that take issue with the MLS Cooperative Compensation rule and broker commissions.