What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Colorado
Hi
My tenant pulled a fast one on me. He had a move-out date on a month-to-month tenancy scheduled for the end of last month. When his final rent was due, he tried to short-pay it, claiming he was "charging me" for causing his car to get dirty (long story) and also deducted his entire security deposit. I returned the check and gave him a three-day notice to quit or pay rent. He than "quit." (completely vacated the unit, 3 full weeks ahead of the scheduled move-out date)
I have late-fee language and early move-out charges written into the contract and it clearly states he must give 60 day notice before he moves-out.
Anything I can do to recover damages? Can I recover the remainder of the last months rent? Do I have to now sue him in small claims court to get a judgment?
ThanksWhat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?
Hi
My tenant pulled a fast one on me. He had a move-out date on a month-to-month tenancy scheduled for the end of last month. When his final rent was due, he tried to short-pay it, claiming he was "charging me" for causing his car to get dirty (long story) and also deducted his entire security deposit. I returned the check and gave him a three-day notice to quit or pay rent. He than "quit." (completely vacated the unit, 3 full weeks ahead of the scheduled move-out date)
I have late-fee language and early move-out charges written into the contract and it clearly states he must give 60 day notice before he moves-out.
Anything I can do to recover damages? Can I recover the remainder of the last months rent? Do I have to now sue him in small claims court to get a judgment?
ThanksWhat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?