If I have 2 young kids and recieved a letter from my landlord demanding the 2 months rent that I am behind be paid within 14 days?
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If I have 2 young kids and recieved a letter from my landlord demanding the 2 months rent that I am behind be paid within 14 days?
Can they do this?
Asked on October 11, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
As harsh as it sounds, forget about the fact that you have two young children--the law does not care. A landlord is entitled to the agreed upon rent, when it is due. When you fail to pay rent, the landlord may evict you, and could even immediately file for eviction, without giving you any additional time to pay. So yes, your landlord can demand the two missing months rent within 14 days or else file to evict you.
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