Re: Tenant refuses to move out - Landlord Forum thread 249774

Re: Tenant refuses to move out by Jake on March 5, 2012 @09:22

You have given notice. That's good. When the time comes, file for an eviction of your tenant as a holdover. You will not need a lawyer. Pick up the forms at the courthouse. An eviction is a permanent mark on a tenant's credit that will prevent them from renting in the future or making major purchases that require a decent credit rating. Maybe your tenant knows this and maybe not. Once you have filed for the eviction, keep the process going even if the tenant moves out. Under no circumstances should you take any rent after your lease expires and you have filed. Make sure all communication is done through receipted, certified mail. Forget about the verbal agreement to sign a new lease. That opportunity for your tenant has come and gone. If it comes up, simply tell your tenant that a new lease is no longer being offered. The fact that your tenant has a lawyer will not prevent you from being evicted. Although it may drag it out a little. But the tenant can not prevail. Just out of curiosity, may I ask why you are not renewing the lease.

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