Massachusetts Lease Termination Letter

A Massachusetts lease termination letter, often called a notice to quit, ends a tenancy at will. The notice must cover at least 30 days or one full rental period, whichever is longer, and should end on a rent due date. The landlord must be able to prove the tenant actually received it.

Last updated October 25th, 2026

A Massachusetts lease termination letter, often called a notice to quit, ends a tenancy at will. The notice must cover at least 30 days or one full rental period, whichever is longer, and should end on a rent due date. The landlord must be able to prove the tenant actually received it.

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Certificate of Service: Proof of delivery may include a constable or sheriff’s return of service, certified-mail record, or signed Certificate of Service. The Certificate provides written documentation that the tenant received the notice to terminate. (M.G.L. c. 186, § 12)

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