6/30/2020
Topic:
A eviction notice was given to our family
Shaylynn
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I received an eviction notice last night from a paralegal. It states my landlord would like my family unit to vacate his property by August 31st.
(I did not pay rent in April or May, and paid $500 in June).
I have asked to reduce the rent, he won’t, and or defer rent, he won’t, until l return back to work...hopefully to the same job).
Also, in the eviction notice states “property damage”. This is not true. Prior to the pandemic, a complete home-check was given. A door was broken, but my handy guy fixed it, and basement was completely sorted, decluttered and in tip top shape.
He returned to see the change and the home is clean, tidy and no damage whatsoever.
I have rented this property since December 2017, and paying $1900 each month without fail and always on time.
I am self employed, small cleaning business owner, and as of April 1st, all clients cancelled service until further notice. I hope to resume in September, however with the uncertainty of Covid 19, comes the uncertainty of my job/money.
What are my rights at this time? And what are my next steps to avoid eviction, if possible?
Plus, l am not sure if l should keep the $500 that l was going to pay him for July, if l am being evicted. I will need money for moving expenses. And not sure where we could go with limited money???
And, prior to the eviction was continuous texts for payment...so l fear this will continue, along with “he wants us out” texts.
If you could provide any assistance in this matter, l would truly appreciate it. |