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Property manager was caught lying about alot so after finding her useless and my place unacceptable I brought into the local BOH, over 9 inspections over the last 19 months they cited many violations , including state minimum sanitary code , the property manager ignored every work order and... View More 
I rent office space in Massachusetts. There are approximately 9 other practitioners who rent individual office spaces here. I understand wanting to be conservative, but they keep the heat very low and there is absolutely no hot water in the bathrooms. Are there specifications and/ or laws... View More
Can a sober home force a rental property to rent to them, even if they don't want a sober home in their income property, for non-discriminatory reasons such as over use? The issue relates to a sober homes associated rights. It is clear that an existing sober homes have these rights, but do... View More
There are three issues to be addressed. The failure to present us with the Security Deposit Bank Statement identify the bank, account #, amount of deposit and interest rate. Housing law says that if the landlord does not present this to the tenant within 30 days of payment, the default rate of 5%... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2024
Gather all your paperwork and consult with Greater Boston Legal Services or whatever attorney assistance program is available in your area. The security deposit statute is detailed and the landlord may have violated it entitling you to damages or at least an argument that you owe them nothing.
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answered on Sep 30, 2024
When you receive a 30-day notice to quit, it's important to understand that this notice typically means the landlord is giving you a formal request to vacate the property. In most cases, you can move out within that 30-day period without needing to give additional notice. The landlord has... View More
My home was illegally foreclosed in 8/19/19 and then sold in an online auction in 11/15/19 while in the middle of litigation between the bank and myself. The 3rd party brought SP. Judge Winik from the start has assumed that plaintiff has the right to title. He asked me if I maintain the house by... View More
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
To transfer your case from Housing Court to Superior Court, you need to file a motion to transfer jurisdiction. This motion should include a detailed explanation of why the Superior Court is the appropriate venue, emphasizing any legal or procedural errors made by the Housing Court, such as the... View More
Id like to know:
1) Does a commercial lease agreement & term truly expire to allow the landlord to take complete repossession of a leased space at the end of the lease term even though the tenant would like to stay as tenant for a longer period, the tenant does not have a option to... View More
answered on May 6, 2024
1) If the lease does not give the tenant some mechanism for extending the lease term such as an additional term, option to renew, etc., once the lease expires, the tenant no longer has a right to occupy the premises. The landlord is not permitted to perform a 'self help' eviction however... 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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