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What’s included in a Massachusetts Residential Lease Agreement Form?

  1. Lease Terms – The rental period (month-to-month or fixed-term).
  2. Rent Payment Amount, Late Fees, and Methods $ – List the rent amount, due date, late fees, and payment methods.
  3. Security Deposit – The deposit amount, location, and return rules.
  4. Responsibilities – The Landlord and Tenant responsibilities/duties for repairs and bills.
  5. Property Use – The rules on pets, subleasing, and any changes to the property.
  6. Ending the Lease – The eviction and move-out rules.
  7. Legal Rules – Follows the Massachusetts rental laws. [mass.gov]

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By signing this lease, all parties are expected to read and fully understand its terms. A signature confirms agreement and commitment to fulfill the obligations outlined in the lease for its duration.

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The Massachusetts Association of Realtors Residential Lease Agreement consists of 22 items outlining disclosures, terms, and conditions. Some sections require information to be filled in. Once these details are completed, agreed upon by the landlord and tenant, and the contract is signed, it becomes enforceable.

What’s included in the Massachusetts Association of Realtors (MAR) Residential Lease Agreement?

The Massachusetts Association of Realtors (MAR) Residential Lease Agreement includes the following rules and responsibilities for landlords and tenants in Massachusetts:

  1. Parties Involved – Names and contact details of the landlord and tenant.
  2. Property Description – The rental property’s address and details.
  3. Lease Term – The start and end dates of the lease, whether it’s a fixed term or renewable.
  4. Rent Details – Monthly rent amount, payment due date, methods of payment, and late fees.
  5. Security Deposit – The deposit amount, rules for its return, and where it will be held.
  6. Utilities and Services – Which utilities (electricity, water, or heat) the landlord or tenant is responsible for.
  7. Maintenance and Repairs –  Who handles property upkeep and how to report issues.
  8. Occupancy Limits – Names of people allowed to live in the property and rules about subletting.
  9. Pet Policy – Whether pets are allowed and any extra fees or restrictions.
  10. Legal Disclosures – Required information, like lead paint warnings for older properties.
  11. Termination Conditions – How and when the lease can be ended by either party.
  12. Additional Rules – Other terms, like smoking policies, noise rules, or property changes.

Sample Massachusetts Assoc. of Realtors Residential Lease Agreement

Massachusetts durable power of attorney form allows the Principal to appoint another individual to manage personal, financial, or medical matters if they cannot do so, usually due to a medical condition.

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  1. Who can override a power of attorney? The principal as long as they still have a ‘sound mind.’
  2. Does the state of Massachusetts have its own PDF version? Yes, Form M-2848.

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A Massachusetts one-page residential lease agreement is a legally binding document that creates a relationship between the Landlord and Tenant when renting real estate property. The Landlord is responsible for verifying the Tenant’s income and a credit check.

Rental Application – This verification form is a tool for Landlords to screen future Tenants. The form is designed to provide an overview of the applicant’s rental history, employment status, and financial situation.

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Most Recent US Home Facts

  • Population (2023): 334,914,895
  • Median Households (2022): 125,736,353
  • Median Household Income (2022): $75,149
  • Owner-occupied Households (2022): 64.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Required Disclosures (5)

  1. Fire Insurance
  2. Inventory Checklist
  3. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form
  4. Security Deposit Receipt
  5. Follow-up Deposit Statement

Security Deposits

  • Maximum Amount – Landlords may only request one (1) month’s rent as the maximum amount allowed.
  • Returning –  Landlords must return the Tenant’s deposit within thirty (30) days after the Tenant has vacated the property.
  • How to Deposit – In accordance with Massachusetts law, landlords are required to adhere to specific security deposit procedures at the commencement of a lease agreement. Failure to comply with these procedural requirements may result in financial penalties up to three times the amount of the security deposit, in addition to a 5% penalty, and the responsibility of the landlord to cover the tenant’s legal fees.

Source: § 15B(1)(b)(iii)

Grace Period

Rent is due on the date specified in the lease agreement. Late fees cannot be charged until 30 days after the due date. If the tenant is late on rent, the landlord can begin eviction proceedings the next day by issuing a 14-day notice to quit.

Source: § 15B(1)(c)

Late Fees

Maximum Penalty – No limit (infinite amount according to written lease)

NSF Fee – The maximum fee for NSF is 1% for checks of $2,500 or more. A $25 fee may be charged for checks under $2,500.

Source: § 57A

Right to Enter

According to the Sanitary Code, the landlord is obligated to provide reasonable notice before entering the rental property for any repairs. While it is not mandatory, it is advisable for the landlord to give notice to the tenant for any other reason to enter the premises

Source: § 410.810

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A Massachusetts Advance Healthcare Directive is a legal document that lets individuals chose their preferences for medical treatment and pick a healthcare proxy to make decisions on their behalf if they become incapacitated.

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