Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

Rental Agreement with an Option to Buy
I am considering signing a rental agreement incorporating a lease to buy option on the home I currently rent. The new rental agreement is for a term of 5 years at the end of which, the option to buy expires. It raises my rent and allocates a portion towards a down payment. Assuming there are no changes to the agreement aside from the length of the lease and rental amount, how does this change the landlord/tenant relationship? Do I assume more responsibilities for upkeep and maintenance than I had before the option? Is my landlord responsible for less than he was?

Asked on 5/08/09, 11:47 pm

henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

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Re: Rental Agreement with an Option to Buy

You assume nothing, and have an attorney review the agreement.

Answered on 5/10/09, 8:13 pm

Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

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Re: Rental Agreement with an Option to Buy

It should not change the relationship at all.

Answered on 5/09/09, 2:59 pm

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