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Many Massachusetts landlords assume they must continue with a rental agreement as long as the tenant wants to stay. In many cases, that is not true. You may refuse to renew a lease, but your decision must comply with state and federal law. Before moving forward, here...
Renting out property in Watertown can feel simple at first. But unauthorized occupants can cause real headaches. This can happen when tenants let friends or relatives move in without telling you. Squatters may also take over empty units. These situations can cost you...
You may not know what to do when you suspect a tenant is involved in criminal activity, especially when safety and liability are at stake. Many landlords worry that they could be held responsible for what a tenant does. In Massachusetts, the answer depends on what you...
When a tenant keeps breaking the same rule, you need to act before the problem grows. Massachusetts law outlines the steps that protect both your property and your rights as a landlord. Here’s how to handle the process from start to finish. Identify the pattern and...
If you’re a landlord, then you’ve probably spent a fair amount of time developing your rental agreements to ensure that your interests are protected as fully as possible while still rendering your properties marketable. It can be frustrating, then, when your tenants...
The end of a tenant’s time at a rental unit can be somewhat stressful for a landlord. Typically, they want to have a new tenant take possession of the property as soon as possible. They therefore need to make any necessary repairs and conduct a deep clean of the space...
Landlords and tenants often find themselves in conflict with one another because of how a tenant tries to use a rental property. A tenant could engage in illegal activity that could endanger other residents or put the owner's interest in the property at risk. Other...
Any dwelling unit is likely to develop wear and tear due to the regular use of its occupants. Typically, landlords have to accept the age and use-related degradation of their facilities. Eventually, they may have to replace a refrigerator when it stops working due to...
In Massachusetts, landlords have the right to raise rent, but they must adhere to specific rules and regulations designed to protect both the landlord's and the tenant's interests when doing so. Understanding the circumstances under which a rent increase is legally...
If you’re currently renting property to a tenant – or you’re taking steps to make this vision a reality – you may be capitalizing on a great opportunity. A rental property can be an incredible investment that can bring in considerable income, but you must ensure that...