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Massachusetts late fee law

Read from the statute itself on 2026-11-09. Statewide rule; a city or county can add its own.

Statutory cap
No statutory cap
Grace period
30 days after the due date

No interest or late fee may be charged until rent is 30 days overdue. The statute sets no amount cap after that; courts apply a reasonableness limit.

Source: M.G.L. c. 186, § 15B(1)(c) · read on 2026-11-09

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Massachusetts requires a 30-day grace period before any late fee. Rent is 7 days late — no fee until day 31.
Grace period
30 days
Statutory cap
No statutory cap
Massachusetts: No interest or late fee may be charged until rent is 30 days overdue. The statute sets no amount cap after that; courts apply a reasonableness limit.
Source: M.G.L. c. 186, § 15B(1)(c) · read on 2026-11-09

Massachusetts: common questions

What is the maximum late fee in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts's statute sets no cap. No interest or late fee may be charged until rent is 30 days overdue. The statute sets no amount cap after that; courts apply a reasonableness limit.

Is there a grace period for late rent in Massachusetts?

Yes: no late fee may be charged until rent is 30 days past due.

Not legal advice. Confirm with a local landlord-tenant attorney before relying on a figure.

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