What should I do when a tenant doesn't pay rent? Can I file an eviction lawsuit?

If a tenant does not pay rent, the landlord can solve the problem in various ways. Rent delinquency is a violation of important obligations of the lease contract.

1. Sending a content-certified mail

If the tenant does not pay rent, the landlord can officially notify the tenant to pay rent through a content-certified mail before filing an eviction lawsuit.

Content-certified mail has no legal effect itself, but it can be used as a warning of breach of lease contract and as key evidence.

If the tenant does not pay even after receiving the content-certified mail, you must prepare to take legal procedures.

2. Provisional attachment and eviction lawsuit

If the tenant continuously fails to pay rent, you can take compulsory execution against the tenant through legal procedures.

Provisional attachment is to protect the tenant's property from being concealed, and a building eviction lawsuit is filed to obtain legal help when the tenant does not vacate.

If you want forced eviction, you can file an eviction lawsuit in court to follow the procedure of evicting the tenant.

Also, you can recover unpaid rent through debt collection. If the conflict with the tenant becomes serious and legal procedures are needed, it is good to consult with a legal expert.

A real estate specialist attorney provides professional advice on contract review and legal response, and guides you on the best methods the landlord can take.