Landlord/Tenant

Navigating landlord-tenant disputes can be overwhelming whether you are a landlord or a tenant. Knowing your rights and responsibilities in this situation can be extremely helpful. Further, it can give you confidence to know what to do and how to handle something that could affect your day-to-day life and overall well-being.

Landlords – By taking preemptive measures regarding your rental property you are protecting a unique asset of yours and thus setting yourself up for success.

• Landlord Rights and Responsibilities – Informing yourself before deciding to rental your property is the best way to combat costly disputes and eviction cases.

• Lease Agreements – Drafting leases can be tricky, especially when you think what you and your tenant have agreed to is common sense. The truth is that Massachusetts has specific laws governing late fees, security deposits, last month’s rent, and more. Getting assistance drafting lease agreements can save you potential costly fees and penalties resulting from a minor dispute with a tenant.

• Eviction – Knowing what to do when your tenant will not leave or is not paying rent is frustrating and each situation is subject to a different set of rules. Sending the correct type of Notice to Quit is imperative if you end up going to court to get an eviction. Take control of the situation by informing yourself of the best approach to ensure the best chance for success.

Tenants – Knowing your rights when it comes to the conditions the unit you are renting and how to fight an eviction is important, but it is also important to know your rights when entering a landlord-tenant relationship.

• Tenant Rights and Responsibilities – Informing yourself before deciding to rent your next home is the best way to avoid bad landlord-tenant relationships resulting in poor living conditions, unpleasant interactions, and overall insecurity about how long you will have a roof over your head.

• Consumer Protection Demand – Tenants are protected from unfair and deceptive practices and may recover for money they have lost due to the practices of the landlord. By sending a 30-Day demand letter you can take control of your situation and assert your right to compensation for the harm you have experienced.

Eviction Defense – Take action by informing yourself of your rights when you receive a Notice to Quit or and eviction notice. Tenants are entitled to a unit that is in good condition and the enjoyment of that unit without unreasonable interference. Remember you do not need to leave your home without your landlord first obtaining a court order; don’t admit defeat when you are not in the wrong.

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