Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

security deposet

A fire was accidently started by a lit candle. Apartment was comepletely rebuilt with insurance money.I have bought my own house now and I am preparing to leave said apartment,the landlord says that I have to pay the deductable for his insurence.Is that true. Thank you for your responce.


Asked on 4/28/01, 9:32 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Trant Law Office of Robert R. Trant

Re: security deposet

A landlord may use a security deposit to repair damage caused by a tenant, except for reasonable wear and tear. You don't mention whether or not you paid any type of security deposit. If one was paid and a deduction is made, the landlord must provide an itemized list of the damages along with written documentation regarding the actual or estimated cost of repair. The landlord must sign the statement of damages.

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Answered on 6/18/01, 1:47 pm


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