Category: Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Law Blog
Section 8 Evictions
Section 8 evictions, compared to other residential evictions in Massachusetts, follow a slightly different set of rules and restrictions. This week, the Appeals Court issued a decision, Scott Realty Group Trust v. Charland, clarifying the required notice to quit for more »
Massachusetts State Eviction Moratorium Ends: Three Things to Know
The Massachusetts state eviction moratorium officially ends today, with Governor Baker declining to extend this protection for tenants. Here, I’ll discuss three things for landlords to know about the status of evictions in Massachusetts going forward. A Federal Eviction Moratorium, more »
Landlord Advice: Five Tips for Renting in Massachusetts
Landlord advice is a topic I am often asked about for those renting in Massachusetts. Here, I want to share several tips on this important topic. Use a Written Agreement for All Tenancies There are generally two options for renting more »
Evicting Commercial Tenants in Massachusetts
Evicting commercial tenants is a different process than a residential eviction, which are more common in Massachusetts. Although commercial evictions often occur through the same court procedure, the underlining law is different. With the existing eviction moratorium expected to expire more »
Office Space During COVID-19
Office space during COVID-19 has become a tricky issue for commercial landlords and tenants. The ongoing federal and state moratoriums have strongly encouraged (and in many cases, required) workers to stay at home, and avoid using commercial offices. Coronavirus, moreover, more »
Selling a Home With Tenants In It: What to Know
Selling a home with tenants in it is a topic that often arises with the listing and purchasing of real estate. While it is common to sell property that is occupied with tenants, both buyers and sellers should be aware more »
Avoiding Housing Discrimination Claims: Three Tips for Landlords
Avoiding housing discrimination claims is a must for any Massachusetts landlord. Such claims come with enormous penalties and exposure, and are frequently litigated in Massachusetts. Even landlords with the best intentions can have problems with these matters if they are more »
Eviction Mistakes: Untimely Filing of Court Documents
The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued an important decision this week on eviction mistakes arising from the untimely filing of court documents. The full decision is below. Evictions 101 Evictions, known in Massachusetts as “summary process” cases, are done to obtain more »
Sherwin Law Firm Prevails in Consumer Protection Law Cases
Although the COVID-19 pandemic has slowed the judicial process in Massachusetts, cases are still going forward. I’m pleased to write that I obtained two favorable decisions for Consumer Protection Law cases: one in state court and the other in federal more »