Facing Eviction In Massachusetts

Summary

If you are facing eviction in Massachusetts, landlords must follow legal procedures, including issuing a notice to quit for non-payment of rent. Discussing your situation with your landlord and seeking a payment plan can be helpful. Contact Massachusetts Legal Aid at 1-800-342-5297 for free legal assistance. Additionally, the Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) program at 1-800-224-5124 offers financial aid to eligible households facing housing crises.

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Massachusetts
Have you received a formal eviction notice from your landlord? In Massachusetts, tenants have rights and there are legal procedures landlords must follow.
No. Just a notice to quit.
What is the reason given in the notice to quit? In Massachusetts, landlords must provide a valid reason for eviction.
Non payment of rent.
Have you tried discussing your financial situation with your landlord to work out a payment plan?

In Massachusetts:
- Landlords must follow a process for eviction.
- Non-payment of rent is a valid reason for eviction.
- A "notice to quit" is the first step in this process.
Yes. But since then I have lost my job.
Have you contacted any local legal aid organizations for assistance? In Massachusetts, there are resources available for tenants facing eviction.
Not yet.
I recommend reaching out to Massachusetts Legal Aid. They provide free legal help to low-income individuals facing eviction. Their contact number is *-*-*-*.
Are there agencies that can assist in paying this debt?
Yes, in Massachusetts, you can contact the Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) at *-*-*-*. They provide financial assistance to eligible households facing housing crises.