A "d/b/a" is a sole proprietorship and provides no shield against personal liability. If you want insulation for you as an individual, you have a...

Hello..I want to evict a tenant is not paying complete rent. What action should I take?

One of the most difficult things about being a landlord is keeping on top of your tenants. The best practice is to always use every available tool...

IAm being evicted and have to go to court next month my question is if i vacate the apartment before the court date would i stil

If you vacate the apartment before the court date, the court will not issue a judgment for possession, but they can still issue a judgment for the...

Is an email considered a written notice when it comes to repairs?

First, when there are substandard conditions in a residential unit, a landlord's responsibility to fix the conditions only begins when he receives...

Is this legal can I be awarded compensation for a loss?

I agree with Atty. Martel -- have you spoken with the auction site yet? If your agreement with the auction site included preliminary steps before...

My landlord is selling the building, he came and told all the tenants he would pay for them to move which he refuses to do now,

You likely have significant claims under Massachusetts law for the conditions at the apartment, and your landlord's refusal to provide a working...

How can I get back into my residence if the Landlord changes the locks?

Your landlord cannot evict you without taking proper legal steps. If he does illegally change the locks, you'll be entitled to civil damages...

Landlord gave tenant notice to leave and therefore broke the lease, tenant had received "concession fees" which was a discount

The statute that covers application of the security deposit is G.L. c. 185, s. 15B(4) and it prohibits any deductions from the security deposit...

Summons - eviction

Did you scratch out and correct the month before it was served? If so, it's fine. Even if not, it probably won't be a problem, especially if it's...

Can my landlord evict me?

A few things to consider here: 1. A notice to quit that is for reasons other than non-payment of rent must be for AT LEAST thirty (30) days, and...