Posts Tagged ‘Eviction Help’

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Renter 911: These Rent Relief Resources are Here to Help

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Life happens sometimes. When it does, it can often have a negative impact on your wallet — and that means difficulty paying your bills, expenses, and even your monthly rent. read more

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What You Should Know About an Unlawful Detainer

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An “unlawful detainer” is legal speak for an action many tenants dread: eviction. This legal process determines the right to possession of property — in this case, your apartment. To bring forth this legal proceeding, the landlord must generally demonstrate that they complied with all procedural requirements, such as giving the tenant three days’ notice […] read more

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What to Do If You’re Getting Evicted During COVID-19

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Evictions are on the rise across the country as many Americans are out of work and struggling to pay their rent. You might even be one of them. read more

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5 Ways Tenants Can Fight an Eviction Notice

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As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, frustration and poverty continue to increase exponentially. read more

Young tenant is in shock reading an eviction notice from her landlord.

What are a Tenant’s Rights During an Eviction?

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Receiving an eviction notice is jarring, if not devastating. Even if you knew it was coming, the idea of losing your home can cause instant panic. But before you make any big decisions, it’s important to know what your rights are read more

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Stop an Eviction in Its Tracks: Legal Defenses

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No one ever plans on being evicted. Unfortunately, there may be times when you don’t hold up your end of a lease agreement and will have to face some serious consequences. read more

Roommate Eviction Explained

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Roommate eviction is not pleasant, but it’s a normal part of apartment living. Sometimes things just don’t work out, but instead of leaving voluntarily, you have to use the court system to get someone to leave. It’s difficult to live with a roommate as you’re trying to evict them, or vice versa, and trying to […] read more

Is Fighting an Eviction Worth It?

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Fighting an eviction is exhausting, time consuming and often costly. Unless you are certain to be successful, it may not be worth it to fight your landlord, and even if your success is guaranteed, your fight may have long-term repercussions you may wish to avoid. Consider the following issues prior to fighting a pending eviction. […] read more

Facing Eviction? 4 Things You Shouldn’t Do

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Facing an eviction can drain your finances and your emotional energy. The end result of an eviction is moving out of your apartment, and housing options may be limited in the area where you need to live for your job or other purposes. The more mistakes you make in the evictions process, the worse things […] read more