Can I haul my tenant's left behind belongings to the dump?

Your question is very fact specific in terms of how much time has elapsed since she left. Based on the information you cite, it appears that the...

Landlord is unresponsive and has not returned last months rent/deposit -- It has been over 60 days.

Massachusetts has very strict procedural rules regarding the treatment and holding of security deposits and last month's rent. The landlord is...

Can new landlords harass old tenants?

Some additional facts are necessary to properly advise as the notice to quit may have been deficient and/or you might be entitled to a set off. If...

Will a debt collector garnish me for failing payment plan?

I wouldn't panic as the debt collector's priority is to keep your payments coming. It's a good idea to contact the Plaintiff and explain...

Debt Collection / Settlement Offer

I think your plan is reasonable. It's an effort to preclude further judicial intervention and an effort to resolve the debt short of you expending...

What action might I face for failing to appear in court over a debt collection matter?

You should certainly comply with the capias and appear for the hearing. If you haven't already, I would discuss a potential payment plan with the...

My best advice would be to contact a landlord/tenant if the situation is as dire as you say. Perhaps a good start would be to issue a cease and...

Air conditioning not working properly in rental. Four months to fix. We moved and want our security dep back. Who broke lease?

You may not be entitled to a return of your security deposit even if the a/c wasn't working for several months. Your entitlement to any portion of...

As a renter am I responsible to the HOA for the landscaping and upkeep of the house?

Probably not. Your lease agreement may directly speak to the issue, but the landlord in all likelihood is solely responsible for these damages. It...

Depending on the specific language in your Lease, the landlord possesses a duty of habitability to the tenant. This duty could very well be...