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No. Unless the landlord lawfully evicts the tenant, he cannot have the tenant arrested for trespassing because of nonpayment of rent. Of course, the exception to this rule is the hotel/motel setting, where this does not become a landlord/tenant relationship, but rather a transient relationship with an innkeeper.
What else can I help you with?
Do most statutes permit a landlord to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent?
I think so, yes.
What happens if a tenant given a 60 day notice refuses to pay?
The landlord could commence an eviction for nonpayment of rent. In most states, he would serve a notice to quit for nonpayment of rent, often for 14 days.
What does a tenant owe a landlord?
His rent.
What does happen if a landlord keep on taking rent even if the landlord had filed for bankruptcy himself?
The landlord's bankruptcy has nothing to do with the tenant. The tenant still owes the rent.
What is opposition between a tenant and landlord?
A landlord is generally a person owns property for rent. A tenant is someone who rents property from a landlord.
Can past due rent be filed under bankruptcy?
Yes, but the landlord can evict you for nonpayment.
What can cause a person to get evicted by a landlord?
A landlord can evict a tenant for any reason he wants, except reasons that are retaliatory or discriminatory. The reasons can include, but not limit to: Non-payment of rent Property conversion or transfer of ownership Violation of the terms of the lease, serious or repititious (two within the year) Arrest Nuisance to neighbors
Can you sue a property manager if he does not collect rent?
Generally there is no point in suing a property manager for not collecting rent. It should be noted that the tenant is responsible for paying his rent on time. It is not the responsibility for the landlord to collect the rent. If the landlord does not collect rent and the tenant should send it to the landlord by mail or in person.
Can a landlord charge you rent at the same time he charges another tenant for the same dwelling?
Yes: as long a you are a tenant in a dwelling at the hands of a landlord, you are renting from him and must pay rent.
Can a landlord change the payment method for rent without prior notice to the tenant?
No, a landlord cannot change the payment method for rent without providing prior notice to the tenant.
Can I increase the rent on my tenant?
Yes, as a landlord, you can increase the rent on your tenant, but you must follow the laws and regulations in your area regarding rent increases and provide proper notice to the tenant.
What is the remedy available to the landlord when a tenant doesn't pay?
When a tenant doesn't pay his rent the landlord may begin eviction proceedings in court, which forces the tenant to move.
