How to Get Tenants to Move Out Without a Court Eviction
Sometimes we have bad tenants, we want them out, but how to get them to leave? Bad tenants might not be paying the rent, or they might be damaging the property or it is simply a matter of you wanting your property back, so you initiate the eviction process to regain control of your major asset, your property.
It is impossible for a landlord to initiate eviction proceedings without first having the lease terminated in compliance with the law and without due cause for eviction. In order for a landlord to legitimately end a rental, the law mandates that the landlord must provide the tenant with formal notification prior to doing so. If the renter refuses to vacate the premises, the landlord may seek legal action to evict the tenant.
It is normal for landlords to have uneasiness when they have to inform tenants that they must leave the property, but it is also possible for landlords to worry about the reaction of their tenants when they have to hand out formal notices of eviction. Luckily, there are other options for getting a renter to leave without going to court.
1.The “Cash for Keys” option is by far the most efficient way to convince a renter to leave without having to evict them. Using this strategy is practically the same as paying your tenants to leave. Offering money to a lousy renter who already owes you money may seem contradictory, but it is often preferable to terminate the arrangement fast by investing in a little extra than dragging it out in court.
2. Make sure you’re having open and honest dialogue with your renters before resorting to legal action. Results are usually better if you can persuade them out of your rental without resorting to a drawn-out legal process. You could attempt discussing the problem with them to see what is holding them from leaving and to see if you can reach an agreement.
Regardless of the nuances of the event, it is always a good idea to review the lease agreement document that has already been established. The contract that you and the tenants signed will assist you in determining the appropriate course of action.