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Christian Nachtrieb
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Eviction process in Boston for tenancy at will

Christian Nachtrieb
  • Rental Property Investor
  • Medford, MA
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Hi Landlords,

I'm trying to understand the proper process for ending a tenancy at will situation with a Section 8 tenant in Boston. Currently they are month to month, and I would like them out by April 1st so that I may finish my BRRRR property recently acquired. I'm giving them plenty of time to search for new housing by delivering a "notice of non-renewal" (or is it "notice to quit"?) next week.

Worst case scenario, say they do not vacate by April 1st.. what is my next step? Must I deliver an "eviction notice," or do I go straight to the court at this point because they're in violation of the "notice of non-renewal?"

Thank you so much. Could all go very smoothly but just want to have all my ducks in a row just in case.

Christian

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Nathan Gesner
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If they are on a month-to-month lease, give them 30 days notice in writing. If they fail to get out then you will have to start the eviction process. You can use this guide as a starter but I always recommend hiring an attorney your first time just to see how the process works.

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