Massachusetts Chapter 93A allows courts to multiply damages when a business practice is found unfair or deceptive. For small rental housing providers, that risk matters because rent control proposals can create confusing compliance duties, disputed notices, and claims over rent calculations.
SPOA explains 93A risk so owners can understand the stakes before local rules, ballot questions, or enforcement actions put ordinary rental decisions into litigation territory.
This guide is for public education. Property owners facing a specific legal dispute should speak with qualified Massachusetts counsel.