Massachusetts § 35 - Opening foreclosure; right of redemption
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 35 — Opening foreclosure; right of redemption, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 35. Opening foreclosure; right of redemption
Section 35. If, after the foreclosure of a mortgage not containing a power of sale, the person entitled to the debt recovers judgment for any part thereof on the ground that the value of the land mortgaged at the time of the foreclosure was less than the amount due, such recovery shall open the foreclosure, and the person entitled may redeem the land although the three years limited therefor have expired, if suit for redemption is brought within one year after the recovery of such judgment.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 35
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 35 cover?
Section 35 ("Opening foreclosure; right of redemption") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 35?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 35" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 35 apply to my situation?
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