Q: Im renting a studio apartment and landlord sold the house, we have a month to month lease he told us we have to move
He told us in less than a month that we have to move out. We (couple) don’t have no where to go.
We have live here for over 2yrs , rent always on time.
We have not received a vacate letter.
A:
In Massachusetts, if you're on a month-to-month lease, the landlord must provide you with a written notice to quit at least 30 days or one full rental period in advance, whichever is longer. If you have not received a written notice to quit, your landlord's verbal request is not sufficient to terminate the lease.
Given that you've been timely with your rent and lived there for over two years, you have rights as a tenant that must be respected. It's essential to ensure that you receive any termination notice in writing. If the new landlord does not adhere to proper procedures, you may have grounds to challenge any eviction attempts. Consider documenting all interactions and seeking legal counsel to protect your rights. Lastly, always keep copies of your lease and any correspondence with the landlord.
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