landlord Filing Eviction — sharing my story

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Started by housingcrisis_20 · Apr 26, 2025 · 7 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice.
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housingcrisis_20OP

Looking for advice on this situation. Owe $18K Back Rent From COVID - Landlord Filing Eviction Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?

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desperate_times_etc_12

The cost of a real estate attorney for a transaction review is tiny compared to the potential downside. For anything over $100K, budget $1-2K for legal review. It's the best insurance you'll buy.

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court_jester_42Attorney

As a landlord, the most expensive mistake is not documenting the property condition at move-in. A detailed photo walkthrough with timestamps protects both parties and eliminates most deposit disputes.

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megan.h_8

As a landlord, the most expensive mistake is not documenting the property condition at move-in. A detailed photo walkthrough with timestamps protects both parties and eliminates most deposit disputes.

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techworker_4Attorney

As a landlord, the most expensive mistake is not documenting the property condition at move-in. A detailed photo walkthrough with timestamps protects both parties and eliminates most deposit disputes.

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desperate_times_etc_12

As a landlord, the most expensive mistake is not documenting the property condition at move-in. A detailed photo walkthrough with timestamps protects both parties and eliminates most deposit disputes.

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housingcrisis_20OP

Update: Thanks everyone for the guidance. I consulted with an attorney and we're moving forward. The advice here helped me understand what questions to ask and what to expect. Will update when there's a resolution.

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tired_tenant_75

Following - similar situation with my landlord.