Re: changing locks - Landlord Forum thread 323569

Re: changing locks by Bill on August 29, 2014 @18:54

Actually, the tenant probably owes you rent for September if he did not provide you with proper notice. Did he give you a written notice?

You did exactly the right thing to change the locks and not let him back in. The tenant has moved and surrendered the key thus given you possession, he is not entitled to access the property...period.

Make sure the deposit completely funds a full and through cleaning and that all repairs are made from it. The cleaning includes the carpet. Charge for mowing and lawn care too.

Be sure to keep receipts for all cost and work done. Also, be sure to get the security settlement deposit statement out by certified mail and as required by the time limits of your state law.

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Re: changing locks by Jed (CA) on August 29, 2014 @19:27	[ Reply ]

The tenant did give a verbal and text 30-day notice that he was leaving. Since he paid for the whole month but left before the month was up, does he forfeit the rent for the period after he returned the key?

Re: changing locks by Garry (Iowa) on August 29, 2014 @19:54	[ Reply ]

YES! Please read my other post.