[MA] How do I evict my ex-girlfriend for non-payment and tampering with my property?
My ex-girlfriend is living in my residence and refusing to leave unless I take legal action. I'm following the proper legal process by issuing a notice to quit. We don’t have a written lease—she was never supposed to stay. I moved to Maine for a new job a month ago, and the plan was for her and our kids to come with me, then sell the house. The first week here, she told me she wasn’t moving and has since stopped paying any bills or contributing to the mortgage.
Since we don’t have a lease agreement, what should I put for the “lease start date” on the notice to quit? Also, the residence, which is in Massachusetts, is still my mailing address and has most of my possessions. The “tenant” unplugged my security cameras and has been bringing unknown guests to the house without my knowledge or consent. Is there anything I can do about this during the eviction process?
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You can use the date she moved in as the "lease start date" on the notice. You can also sue for those issues—removing or tampering with security cameras can be considered damage to personal property (M.G.L. c. 266, § 127). But the eviction process will be quicker than a civil lawsuit. If there is any property damage, you can sue after the eviction.
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My ex-girlfriend is living in my residence and refusing to leave unless I take legal action. I'm following the proper legal process by issuing a notice to quit. We don’t have a written lease—she was never supposed to stay. I moved to Maine for a new job a month ago, and the plan was for her and our kids to come with me, then sell the house. The first week here, she told me she wasn’t moving and has since stopped paying any bills or contributing to the mortgage.
Since we don’t have a lease agreement, what should I put for the “lease start date” on the notice to quit? Also, the residence, which is in Massachusetts, is still my mailing address and has most of my possessions. The “tenant” unplugged my security cameras and has been bringing unknown guests to the house without my knowledge or consent. Is there anything I can do about this during the eviction process?
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand the difficult situation you're facing. When did your ex-girlfriend move into the residence?
Five years ago. I purchased the house and I’m the only one on the deed and mortgage.
Lexi, Chatbot
Have you discussed the situation with a legal professional before deciding to issue the notice to quit?
I have not. This process has been moving quickly, and since I’m now paying rent in Maine and all the house bills, I can’t afford to spend extra money.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you?
I think that should be everything.
Ashley R., Esq.
Hello! Thank you for allowing me to assist you today. My name is Ashley, and I’m a licensed attorney. You can use the approximate date that she moved in on your notice to quit. Do you know that date?
11/1/2019.
Ashley R., Esq.
You can use the date she moved in as the "lease start date" on the notice. You can also sue for those issues—removing or tampering with security cameras can be considered damage to personal property (M.G.L. c. 266, § 127). But the eviction process will be quicker than a civil lawsuit. If there is any property damage, you can sue after the eviction.
Thank you.
Ashley R., Esq.
You're welcome.
Ashley R., Esq.
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