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Massachusetts late fee law

Massachusetts landlords must wait 30 days after rent is due before charging a late fee. State law sets no dollar or percentage cap on the fee.

The rule

Grace period
30 days
Cap
No set cap
Grace period
No interest or penalty may be charged until rent is 30 days late.
Limits on the fee
No statutory dollar or percentage cap.

Law: M.G.L. c. 186, § 15B(1)(c)

Last reviewed September 30, 2026

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section.