SPOA Housing Policy Series, Episode 1: The Pitfalls of Rent Control
By Small Property Owners Association Members
The Small Property Owners Association (SPOA) launched its 2023 webinar series on June 8 with a discussion about the pitfalls of rent control, among other proposals that endanger businesses and communities, both in Boston and throughout Massachusetts.
SPOA Vice President, Amir Shahsavari, moderated the presentation with a distinguished panel of guest speakers, including CEO Greg Vasil and Chairwoman Kate Franco of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board (GBREB), in addition to President Allison Drescher of SPOA and CEO Demetrios Salpoglou of Boston Pads.
When did the SPOA launch its 2023 webinar series and what is its main focus?
The Small Property Owners Association (SPOA) launched its 2023 webinar series on June 8th. This series focuses on various proposals that could negatively impact businesses and communities across Massachusetts, starting with a discussion on the drawbacks of rent control.
What topics were covered in the first episode of the SPOA Housing Policy Series?
The first webinar in the SPOA series addresses the negative consequences of rent control policies. It also touches upon other business and community-threatening proposals relevant to Boston and the wider Massachusetts area.
Who were the guest speakers at the SPOA webinar on rent control?
The panel featured distinguished guests such as Amir Shahsavari (SPOA Vice President), Greg Vasil (CEO of GBREB), Kate Franco (Chairwoman of GBREB), Allison Drescher (President of SPOA), and Demetrios Salpoglou (CEO of Boston Pads).