Massachusetts § 15A - Mortgagee taking possession or conveying title; notice
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 15A — Mortgagee taking possession or conveying title; notice, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15A. Mortgagee taking possession or conveying title; notice
Section 15A. A mortgagee taking possession of mortgaged premises prior to foreclosure or a mortgagee conveying title to mortgaged premises pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall, within thirty days of taking possession or conveying title, notify all residential tenants of said premises, and the office of the assessor or collector of taxes of the municipality in which the premises are located and any persons, companies, districts, commissions or other entities of any kind which provide water or sewer service to the premises, of said taking possession or conveying title.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 15A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 15A cover?
Section 15A ("Mortgagee taking possession or conveying title; notice") 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 § 15A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 15A" (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 § 15A apply to my situation?
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