H 4145 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act requiring that broker fees in the city of Cambridge be paid by the party who solicits a licensed broker

This bill requires that in Cambridge, real estate broker fees be paid by the party (buyer or seller) who specifically asks a licensed broker to provide services. It directly affects homebuyers and sellers using brokers within Cambridge city limits. The key provision shifts payment responsibility from the traditional model (often seller-paid) to the party initiating the broker relationship. This is a local Cambridge housing regulation with city council approval, impacting how real estate transactions are financially structured in that city.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
May 2025
Senate Passage
May 2025
Governor
Introduced May 15, 2025 Last action Apr 13, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
May 19, 2025
Senate · Passed
Senate concurred
May 15, 2025
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on Housing
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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