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In Massachusetts, a lease typically requires signatures from both parties to be binding. If only one party, such as a husband, signs, the lease may not be enforceable against the non-signing party, like the wife. However, the signing party could still be bound by the lease terms. Once a lease is signed, changes cannot be made unilaterally without all parties consent. If a landlord wants to change terms, such as raising rent due to repair costs, they need mutual agreement. If youve signed a lease with the landlord, it is generally binding for you, and the landlord cannot change the rent without your consent. Consider reviewing the lease, negotiating with the landlord, or seeking legal advice for further guidance.Full Conversation
Is a lease binding in Massachusetts if only one listed party has signed?
In Massachusetts, a lease generally requires the signatures of both parties to be legally binding. If only one party has signed, the lease might not be enforceable against the non-signing party. However, the signing party could still be held to the lease terms. It's advisable to have both parties sign to ensure enforceability.
Husband has signed lease along with the landlord but wife has not though she is listed on the lease. Is the lease binding?
In Massachusetts, if the husband has signed the lease but the wife, though listed, hasn't, the lease might not be enforceable against the wife. However, the husband, as the signing party, could still be bound by its terms. It's best to have both parties sign to ensure full enforceability. Are there any other details or questions you have about this?
Landlord wants change terms of lease after I already signed but my wife has not
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In Massachusetts, once a lease is signed, it generally cannot be unilaterally altered without the consent of all parties involved. If your landlord wants to change the terms, you have the right to negotiate or refuse the changes since your wife hasn't signed. Would you like more detailed information or assistance with this issue?
Our landlord gave us a new lease for the upcoming year - keeping the same rent - which he and I both signed. Husband has not signed yet but asked yesterday that they fix oil furnace (expensive repair that they’ve been putting off since they got the notice to repair last winter from the repair people). Sign on burner says DO NOT USE.
The landlord is now saying he’s going to have to raise the rent because of the cost of the furnace repair.
I’ve already signed the new lease at the original rent (with LL signature). Is that binding even though husband didn’t sign?
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In Massachusetts, if you and the landlord have signed the lease, it is generally binding for you. The landlord cannot unilaterally change the rent without mutual consent. If your husband is a required signatory for the lease to be fully binding, then the landlord might not be able to enforce the new lease terms until he signs. However, since you've signed, you may be held to those terms. Would you like more detailed information or assistance with this issue?
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In Massachusetts, if you and the landlord have signed a lease, it is generally binding for you. The landlord cannot unilaterally change the rent without mutual consent. If your husband is a required signatory for the lease to be fully binding, then the landlord might not be able to enforce the new lease terms until he signs. However, since you've signed, you may be held to those terms.
Here are a few things you can consider:
- Review the Lease Agreement: Check if there are any clauses about changes in terms or required signatories.
- Negotiate with the Landlord: Discuss the issue and try to reach a mutual agreement.
- Legal Advice: Consider consulting with a lawyer for detailed guidance.
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