Lead paint questions (in MA)

[Julie Halloran]

I just purchased my first multi-family (in Belmont) and have a couple of questions about lead paint. I've heard that the laws around lead paint in Massachusetts are changing December 1st, and that it could make it easier and less costly to remediate lead hazards. Does anyone have any info on the changing lead laws and what that might do for a landlord/homeowner? Also, I'm looking for opinions on what to do regarding doing a lead inspection or not. The house has never been inspected, but it was built in 1924 so I'm assuming there's lead. I've heard once you inspect, you have opened yourself up to liability if you don't then remediate. But, without inspecting, I have no idea what it might cost to remediate, so it seems like a catch 22! Belmont is appealing to families with children, so ideally I would like to get that deleaded certificate. But having no idea of the final costs, it's scary to open that can of worms. What would you do?