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Relative to real estate transfer fees and senior property tax relief in the city of Boston

May 28, 2026

Summary

If enacted, this bill would authorize the city of Boston to impose real estate transfer fees and use the revenue for senior property tax relief. It would affect property buyers and sellers in Boston, as well as lenders and real estate professionals involved in transactions, by adding a transfer fee at closing.

Source: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5464

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What does "Relative to real estate transfer fees and senior property tax relief in the city of Boston" cover?
If enacted, this bill would authorize the city of Boston to impose real estate transfer fees and use the revenue for senior property tax relief. It would…
When was it published?
It was published on May 28, 2026.

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