going rate for cash for keys in Massachusetts?

[Jack Knight]

Hi,

Just taking a quick poll, I'm considering offering cash for keys in parallel with moving toward eviction for nonpayment, blatantly breaking lease terms and damaging the unit. The tenant is contesting it in court though, may apply for state assistance, etc and it is going slow. What is the "going rate" for cash for keys in Mass? This is a class C 2 bed in Worcester that has an old lease at $875/month, but would rerent at maybe $1100, with some refinishing planned, I expect $1300-1400 for it once it turns over.

Also, any suggestions on when or how to propose this to the tenant?

Thank you all.

[Jiva Segaran]

@Jack Knight Aloha , I usually offer to pay the security deposit on their new place and go from there. $2k seems like a common number people usually jump for. Good luck!