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Negotiating a Lease

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on July 29, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Law Blog

The Boston Globe interviewed me last week on negotiating a lease and whether this can (and should) be done. In my opinion, lease negotiations are possible. Here, I’ll discuss some tips for both landlords and tenants. Please note that I more »

Landlord Rights

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on May 19, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Law Blog Tagged with landlord resources

Landlord rights is a topic that I often get asked about, usually by landlords themselves in frustration over Massachusetts landlord-tenant laws. While tenant rights are more commonly known by those involved in landlord-tenant law, landlords certainly have rights of their more »

Putting Up a Fence: Three Ways to Stay Out of Trouble

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on May 10, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Property Law Blog Tagged with boundary disputes, fences, zoning

Many property owners are shocked to learn about the many legal implications that can arise from the seemingly simple act of putting up a fence around one’s yard. From my experience in handling boundary disputes among neighbors, I would estimate more »

Massachusetts Partition Process

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on April 15, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Property Law Blog Tagged with Land Court, Partition

The Supreme Judicial Court issued an informative decision last week concerning the Massachusetts partition process. The full decision, Battle v. Howard, is included below. This case provides a good overview of dividing real estate among property owners and how the more »

Boston Zoning Appeals

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on February 17, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Property Law Blog Tagged with Boston, zoning appeal

Like nearly every municipality in the United States, the City of Boston regulates land use through a series of rules and ordinances known as “zoning.” Zoning in Boston, and the process of appealing a decision on such a matter, is more »

Don’t Hire Me! When Not to Hire a Real Estate Lawyer

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on February 16, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Property Law Blog

While I take a lot of pride in helping property owners, landlords, and tenants with their real estate legal problems, I take equal pride in the cases I don’t accept. In many cases, it doesn’t make sense to hire a more »

Commercial Leases 101

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on February 4, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Law Blog Tagged with commercial landlords, commercial leases

Commercial leases are often very different than leases used for residential property. Compared to residential landlord-tenant law, which comes with a myriad of rules and regulations on almost every part of the rental process, commercial landlord-tenant law allows parties much more »

Three Landlord Mistakes to Avoid

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on January 14, 2022 Posted in Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Law Blog Tagged with landlord resources

Being a landlord isn’t easy. Many are surprised about how many responsibilities come with this work, and the potential pitfalls that can arise when things are not done correctly. Here, I’ll discuss three landlord mistakes to avoid. Not Having a more »

Happy Holidays!

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on December 23, 2021 Posted in Massachusetts Foreclosure Law Blog, Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Law Blog, Massachusetts Property Law Blog

Buying a Home With Others: What to Know

By Adam T. Sherwin, Esq. Posted on December 21, 2021 Posted in Massachusetts Property Law Blog Tagged with homeownership, Partition

A recent article discusses a growing trend of millennials buying a home with others. The reasons for doing so make complete sense, given rising home prices and a competitive buyer’s market. Here, I’ll discuss some things to consider before making more »

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