Did you know... November 23, 2020

DELIVERING A “LEGAL” NOTICE

That sending a notice via text or email is not enforceable?  There are very specific requirements regarding serving a notice to a tenant.  These include:

  1. A copy must be either hand delivered or posted on the door. You must knock on the door before posting.
  2. There must be an individual copy for each adult occupant, even if married or otherwise related.  Include an additional copy for “all other occupants,” in case anyone else is residing in the rental.
  3. If the notice(s) is posted on the door, another copy for each occupant must be mailed from within the county where the property is located.  When mailed, an additional day must be included in the day count.
  4. If the notice is sent via certified mail, it must also be mailed via regular mail.

Notices to vacate under the Governor’s Eviction Moratorium must also include a notarized affidavit, signed by the owner, attesting to the owner’s intention to either move into the rental property or to sell the property.

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Nothing found herein should be construed as an attempt to offer or render a legal opinion or otherwise engage in the practice of law. You should not rely solely on this information. We encourage our clients to work with a lawyer experienced in commercial and/or residential real estate matters as they can be complicated and confusing.