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A tenancy agreement can normally only be changed if both you and your landlord agree. If you both agree, the change should be recorded in writing, either by drawing up a new written document setting out the terms of the tenancy or by amending the existing written tenancy agreement.

A landlord must give you adequate notice before you are evicted or your rent is increased. The landlord cannot abuse your security deposits. Tenants always have a right to a court hearing before the landlord can evict them. Unfair rental contracts can be in violation of the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act.

An option to renew confers on the tenant a right to continue to rent the property for a fresh term after the expiry of the current term, i.e. to renew the existing tenancy. With an option to renew, the tenant obtains another term of tenancy and the landlord is somewhat secured with rental income as agreed beforehand.

Renewing a tenancy means the tenant simply signs a new tenancy agreement for a new fixed term. Your letting agent can help with this however if you don't have one present then presenting your tenant with a new assured shorthold tenancy agreement would do the trick.

Maine Renters' Rights and Landlord Responsibilities Raising Rent ? Landlords in Maine may increase the rent to any amount for any reason with a 45-day notice. Notice of Entry ? Maine requires landlords to give reasonable notice before entering the property.

Can you evict a tenant during the winter in Maine? Yes, a tenant can still be evicted during the winter months as long as the reason is valid and the court released a Writ of Possession.