Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Massachusetts

On August 6th , 2007 i agreed to pay my arrears . I finished the payments on August 3rd 2009. seeking closure i spoke with the property manager Keya Alvarez, who reported i have a credit of $1,164.00. for the past year and a half i have denied myself the proper medication and experienced emotional distress due to this discrepancy. Shortly afterwards, management informs me that my rent is increased to $960.00 verses $917.00 monthly. Also the defendants changed my anniversary from July 1st 09 to May 1st 09. Can they do this without notifying me in advanced?


Asked on 8/11/09, 10:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Christopher Vaughn-Martel Charles River Law Partners, LLC

Rent can be increased by the landlord at the commencement of a new lease term. I'm not sure why having a credit on your account would cause you anxiety. Ask for a refund or ask that your balance be applied toward future rent payments. I'm not sure what you mean by anniversary. I think you would be well served in speaking with a lawyer, as you seem confused about the various rights and obligations of tenants and landlords.

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Answered on 8/17/09, 8:07 am


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