Can a condominium be rented out without a lease?

All units not currently being rented under a valid lease could be immediately subject to the new bylaws but any units currently being rented out under a valid lease will need to be treated differently as Massachusetts landlord/tenant laws will prohibit the condominium from terminating a valid lease mid rental term.

Is it illegal to rent an apartment without a permit?

If you have an illegal unit that you would like to rent out, you should consider some key details before doing so: There is a penalty (probably a fine) for violating local zoning requirements for building without permits, and unlawfully renting the unit as a separate residence.

Is it illegal to have a rental unit without an address?

No address or way of receiving mail. Most of the time, a rental unit that does not have its own address is illegal. Also, if there is not a method for the tenant to receive mail, like their own mailbox, then the unit is probably illegal. Make sure you are aware of landlords’ mailbox requirements as well.

What makes an apartment an illegal rental unit?

If the tenant is sharing the utility bills (gas, electric, water, etc.) with the landlord, or the landlord is paying for the utilities entirely, the rental unit may be illegal. This is a sign because it means that the rental unit is not being separately metered.

What to do if your rental is not habitable?

Except in Arkansas (which does not recognize the implied warranty of habitability), if your rental is not habitable you can sue the landlord—whether or not you move out. You can probably use small claims court, which allows claims of up to several thousand dollars. You won’t need to hire a lawyer.

What are some mistakes you should not make when building a home?

For anyone considering building a new home in the future, here are 9 mistakes you don’t want to make! NOTE: These tips are more applicable to the semi-custom build process, where you choose a builder supplied floorplan, as opposed to the custom build process. 1. Don’t confuse the base price with the actual price of the home.

Can a landlord force a tenant to move out?

Under the provisions of the Coronavirus Act 2020, since 29 August 2020 (and until 31 March 2021) landlords who want a tenant to move out (provided the reason is not rent arrears or anti-social behaviour among other misdemeanours) must give six months’ notice of their intention to repossess the property to their tenant.

Can a landlord force me to let in buyers?

And assuming that you have a fixed-term assured shorthold tenancy (which almost all private renters do), you have a right to remain in the property until the end of the fixed term even if the house is sold before that date.