Common Eviction Mistakes Landlords Make

 

Landlords make common eviction mistakes that can lead to tenant disputes, difficulty managing rental properties, and more. Sometimes, landlords make these mistakes without realising, while other times, they occur due to frustration. No matter the reason behind them, it's always better to prevent them by having a residential eviction expert on your side to guide you through the process.

Here are a few common eviction mistakes landlords make that you'll want to avoid!

Serving the Wrong Notice

Landlords must use the appropriate type of notice depending on the reason for the eviction, but they often serve the wrong notice to their tenants. Sending Section 8 notices for non-payment or improper termination when the reason for the eviction is a violation of the lease is an example of this.

Doing this can leave you open to a legal challenge from the tenant, which could lead to further delays and other hassles.

Getting Angry or Emotional in the Process

Emotions run high during any landlord-tenant dispute, including during the tenant eviction process. It's not always easy to remain calm and objective while trying to evict your tenant successfully. However, doing so is important if you want to avoid making costly mistakes that could damage your reputation as a landlord.

It's also important not to let your emotions affect your relationship with your tenants. Frustration or anger can translate into poor communication, leading to more problems down the road.

Not Complying with Notice Requirements

In addition to using the wrong type of notice, landlords sometimes also fail to comply with various other notice requirements when they're evicting a tenant. For instance, they must provide certain documents to the tenant and allow them time to contest the eviction in court if necessary. Failure to do so can result in additional fees or other penalties and may result in a failed eviction.

Insufficient Documentation

Not having the proper documentation when you evict a tenant is one of the most common causes of failed evictions. This includes not having a valid lease for the property, a legally enforceable rent increase, or the right reason to terminate the tenancy.

Failing to document each of these things properly can lead to unnecessary delays and inconveniences for you and your tenant.

Not Hiring Tenant Eviction Services

In most situations, it makes much more sense to hire a company specialising in tenant eviction services rather than attempting to handle the process on your own.

 

We recommend hiring a residential eviction expert if you're inexperienced in the eviction process or if you'd prefer not to deal with the hassle and stress of handling the eviction yourself.

Landlord Assist offers tenant eviction and rent arrears services. If you need help issuing Section 8 or Section 21 notices, contact them today!