Id like to know if a commercial landlord can be held liable for any personal injuries suffered by any persons within the confines of the tenants leased space that a tenant has full control of, when the tenant agrees per lease agreement they are solely responsible to perform ALL upkeep, repairs and... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In general, a commercial landlord's liability for injuries that occur within a tenant's leased space is limited when the tenant has full control over the space and has agreed to maintain it. However, there are some exceptions and nuances to consider:
1. Lease agreement: If the... View More
I rent a townhouse. I am on a payment plan which I fell a bit behind on. I recently sent up a payment. When I looked on the portal I noticed something I have never seen before. "HUD repay only reverse rent" with a -$3,500 next to that. Then next to my most current payment it says,... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Understanding these terms on your resident online portal can indeed be confusing and stressful, especially when you're trying to stay on top of your payments. "HUD Repay ONLY Reverse Rent" typically refers to a specific type of adjustment or transaction related to housing subsidies,... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
In the context of a sober living environment, confidentiality is critical for the safety and privacy of the residents. Generally, the owner of a sober house is bound by privacy laws and ethical standards which limit the disclosure of personal information about residents. Information can typically... View More
I am a tenant who leases a commercial space and my lease indemnity clause states:
("The LESSEE shall save the LESSOR harmless from all loss and damage occasioned by anything occurring in, on or about the leased premises unless caused by the negligence or misconduct of the... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
The term "about" in your lease's indemnity clause generally extends the area of responsibility beyond the physical bounds of your leased premises. It could indeed cover areas immediately adjacent to your space, such as the exterior yard you mentioned for disposing of trash or the... View More
My landlord text me and told me i have to leave the premises ASAP cause my check bounce due to a bill coming out of my bank cause they took two and half weeks to cash the check. The landlord never advise me the lease was not sign and the copy from he company he use doesn't state that he needed... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems that your landlord is attempting to evict you without following proper legal procedures in Massachusetts. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Unsigned lease: Even if your landlord hasn't signed the lease, if you have signed... View More
I may or may not earn through subleting, but could i do it ? if so for how many months? if i may use it to earn this as a side income? what is the allowable income I can generate, is there any cap? The landlord allows to sublet on weekly or monthly basis but me being the primary person renting.... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
If you're on an H1B visa and considering subletting an apartment on platforms like Airbnb, it's crucial to understand how this could impact your visa status. H1B visa holders are authorized to work only for their petitioning employer, and any income generated outside of this employment... View More
I'll contact you attorney general's office fair housing section 8 do not give me an extension on my voucher I don't know why I had a ceiling falling in my head give me a permanent brain infection with no cure because the section 8 inspector refused to put that down on an item to be... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
Your situation sounds incredibly challenging and it's clear you've faced numerous obstacles in securing your housing rights. As a homebound and disabled individual, you are entitled to certain protections and accommodations under both federal and state laws, including the Fair Housing... View More
IS he allowed to do that mid lease? this is the paragraph in our lease UTILITIES AND SERVICES. Commencing on the Commencement Date, Tenant shall pay when due all costs, charges, deposits and assessments related to the hook-up, furnishing, consumption, maintenance and installations of water, water... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2024
Generally, as lease should be reviewed in its entirety as one section may be impacted by another section. Based on the limited text provided, it appears that the LL has taken the steps to have a commercial tenant contractually obligated to be responsible for the water to the leased space. Having... View More
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about the treatment you're receiving from your landlord. In Massachusetts, tenants have certain rights, including the right to be free from harassment and discrimination. If your landlord is making derogatory remarks about your intelligence and ridiculing your religion,... View More
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.
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
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... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2023
In Massachusetts, landlords are generally not allowed to evict tenants without a good cause. This means that your aunt would need to have a valid reason for kicking you out, such as non-payment of rent or a violation of the lease agreement. If your aunt does not have a good cause for evicting you,... View More
For example, if the landlord is claiming lease violations during the tenancy, but did not give any notice to vacate, file any suit, or file for eviction during the tenancy, can the landlord still sue the tenants after the lease period has ended? This would be under Boston, MA laws.
answered on Oct 13, 2023
Yes, if the lease violations caused compensable damages. For example, if tenants failed to change the filters on an HVAC unit and it caused damage to the unit, or if the lease did not allow pets but the tenants' pets damaged the carpet, doors, walls, window shades, etc.
Our daughter and boyfriend signed a housing lease. 4 months remain. Our minor grandson (10) visits and stays in his own room on the weekends. The boyfriend states his financial obligation moving forward, will be 1/3 of the rent. The boyfriend did make less money than our daughter when they signed,... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2023
I assume the lease states your daughter and the boyfriend are 'jointly and severally' liable for the rent. This means that each is liable for the entire rent. In the event of dispute, the landlord can seek the entire rent from either your daughter or the boyfriend or both. I don't... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2023
If your living conditions are affected by the delay in repairs and it's due to your neighbor's negligence, you may have grounds to pursue a claim against the neighbor or even the landlord if they're not taking timely action. Document all interactions and damages for any potential claims.
and stress. Can I do anything about this now. The tenant told me I could not. She Lied on the lease.
answered on Sep 14, 2023
It is illegal under federal law to discriminate in providing housing to any disabled person because they have an emotional support animal. You can request appropriate medical documentation from the disabled tenant confirming that they are actually disabled and that they require the services of an... View More
My grandfather passed and his wife hates me. She's made attempts to remove me from the deed since my grandfather passed.
I'm listed as a "joint tenant" on the deed. What are my options for selling or cashing out my share?
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answered on Apr 27, 2023
Theoretically you could sell your share, but as a practical matter nobody is going to want to buy your share and then have to share use and occupancy with the other co-owners. The practical solution is to either buy out the other co-owner(s) or have one or more of them buy out your share. If you... View More
I have a tenant that live above me that have two kids in there and they're very noisy and I could understand that kids can be kids but they're not even trying to calm them down even with the dog dropping things and all kinds of stuff I am 62 years old and I don't need the extra... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2023
This sounds like a Landlord Tenant issue and you should review your Section 8 agreement with the Housing Entity you have before proceeding toward eviction.
My friend, as an act of kindness, agreed to let a “friend” stay in his single family residence with him as a guest while she recovered from a surgery. During her stay, her own home was foreclosed on, so he let her stay longer and store her personal belongings at his house until she was able to... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2022
Your friend will have to formally terminate his tenant's occupancy and evict her via a summary process action. I strongly suggest he retain the services of an attorney.
lived there has already paid through the end of the month?
2.) In an ALF is it legal for the facility to take a bed that I purchased for my father and give it to someone else to use?
answered on Oct 26, 2022
As to question 1, the ALF agreement likely addresses the rights and obligations of the parties if an occupant vacates a unit for which he has already paid rent. The ALF agreement may also address the disposition of an occupant's personal property once the occupant vacates the unit. Also, you... View More
Now the tenant try to take me to court for return security deposit
answered on Oct 13, 2022
You have to return the security deposit within 30 days of the end of the tenancy. If you failed to do so, or you did not comply with the security deposit statute in other ways, you may be liable for damages. This is a useful review of the law regarding returning security deposits :... View More
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