Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

My lease goes until March 31, 2011. The landlord put the condo up for sale and informed me today that he did get an offer and accepted with a closing date of Nov 30, 2010. I told him I knew my rights as the legal occupant regardless of who owns when he listed it and if he wanted me out when sold he would need to compensate me. His initial 'offer' of a months rent plus 'help' with moving expenses and of course my deposit back is not suitable as I hadnt planned on moving out this soon. I need compensation so that I can find a plac so I will need to get that compensation in order to secure a new place and to agree to move. What would be a reasonable expectation of 'compensation' ?? Also is it reasonable for me to write in that agreement a date #within say 5 days# to receive taht check so that I may sign that I will vacate when requested. I am guessing his sale depends on me leaving and I just want to receive what's needed to move out, secure a decent alternative arrangement as he has turned my life upside down. Do you know the specific law in Massachusetts that lists my specific rights in this mattter?


Asked on 10/01/10, 9:13 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Christopher Vaughn-Martel Charles River Law Partners, LLC

You are entitled to remain in the unit until your tenancy is terminated by operation of the rental agreement, the natural end of the lease term, or a legally sufficient notice to quit. What do you believe you are entitled to? If moving is a hardship, don't move. If you are looking for legal counsel, please feel free to contact my office.

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Answered on 10/07/10, 10:48 am
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Your lease is not voided by the sale of the premises. And you have the contractual right to remain until 3/31/11 unless you agree in writing otherwise with your landlord. Consider retaining an attorney to negotiate with your landlord and/or his/her attorney. Good Luck!

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Answered on 10/25/10, 12:03 pm


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