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Sun. Sep 20th, 2026

A Fresh Start for Boston Tenants

For several years, Massachusetts has been facing an affordable housing shortage.

In 2024, Governor Maura Healey passed the Affordable Homes Act in response. The act, which went into effect in May 2025, in part allows tenants to petition to seal their eviction records for a chance at a fresh start.

Read the full story below.

Fresh Start for Boston Tenants

    • Sid Chopra

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