Episode 239: Location-Specific Tenancy Guidance for Massachusetts

Summary

Today’s location-specific episode features Massachusetts.  We explore the overview of the housing guiding document called Massachusetts Landlord and Tenant Rights.  Each of my location-specific podcasts is set up the same way answering the same four questions:  1) What are the basics of the Massachusetts Landlord and Tenant Rights, 2) What are the nuances of this location – what is different that stands out?, 3) Some guidance about abandoned items left behind by a tenant in a rental in Massachusetts, and 4) Where to get help in your local area in Massachusetts.  As I answer these questions, you’ll see me screen share all kinds of documents specific to that location, as well as check off items on my bingo card to see what each location has, what they don’t, and what is different.  Then I’ll go through what I call my “Bingo Card” of standard items I see most often in tenancy laws in different locations.  This episode is NOT all inclusive – you must research further in your specific area including your County, Regional District, Parish, City or any other Governing Body that involves your rental location, but today’s episode will get you started!

This episode includes resources for Massachusetts including:

• Commonwealth of Massachusetts Tenant Landlord Chapter 186 

• The Attorney General's Guide to Landlord and Tenant Rights | Mass.gov 

• Massachusetts Tenant Handbook 

• Abandoned Property - MassLandlords.net 

• Eviction Legal Services and Mediation | Mass.gov 

• Massachusetts Legal Help 

• For Landlords, Property Managers and Investors of All Sizes: - MassLandlords.net 

• Mass Union of Public Housing Tenants 

• Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service 

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