All Forum Posts by: Linda Roberts

@Jason Regan Please check this page
https://www.boston.gov/departm...

WHAT YOU CAN'T BE CHARGED

Property owners and their brokers CANNOT charge the following:

• a fee to hold the apartment
• an application fee
• a credit check fee, or
• a finder’s fee for renting their own apartment, unless the property owner is a licensed broker.

Thanks @Jason Regan for sharing your experience. I didn't know about the deposit to hold.

Hi, what the rules are in Massachusetts, if I sign lease a month before the move-in date?

For the 1st month check what date should be used, when the lease was signed, or actual move-in date? What about the dates for last month and security deposit? 

Thanks for advice @Douglas Snook This is a good strategy to follow. 

@Douglas Snook what about cash for keys option? Dо you have any experience with it? 

Thank you @Douglas Snook.

There are no written leases. No deposit. They never respond. I looked over all online Mass instructions for price increase for month to month tenants. I believe the letter was correct, but now it's better to check with attorney.

Thank you! @Avery Heilbron

@Avery Heilbron

Hi, I bought a multifamily a year ago. In one apartment I have long time tenants at will with rent about $600 below the market price, or $800 below, if I renovate. Four months ago I sent them a letter terminating old lease and offering a new rent that was $400 higher. I gave them almost 3 months notice, and new payment was supposed to start on March 1st. In the beginning of March I received from them a regular old payment. What should I do now, considering current situation? Can anyone recommend experienced lawyer in Boston (Medford) area?  

What if I offer cash for keys? What would be a reasonable amount? If i sign with them cash for keys agreement, giving them 2 months to move, do I still need to send a notice to quit?  Appreciate any good advice. 

Thanks @David Lilley. I read all the instructions before sending a letter of lease termination, so I hope this part is correct. For the next step, it looks like it's better to go with a lawyer.

Thank you @Brad Hammond for your advice.