ESAC is a community-based, multi-service agency serving residents of Boston & eastern Massachusetts. They offer programs through their Sustainable Homeownership Center such as foreclosure prevention counseling, senior homeowner repair & rehabilitation, lead paint abatement & home improvement loan assistance, as well as housing court advocacy. Please see their website for more information.

The "MA Department of Housing and Community Development” created this extensive list of housing related resources for all Massachusetts residents. If you need help with any kind of housing needs check this list for contact information.

William Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, has answers to basic questions pertaining to the Homestead Act. Consult this site for information or to address a claim of Homestead. Please be aware that the information you find here is not considered legal advice. As in all areas of the law, to fully understand what your rights are you should consult an attorney of your choice.