vehicle left by evicted tenant

[kraigWy]

What is the name of your state? WYoming


I has a tenant who hadnt been paying rent. Upon sending the tenant a Pay or Move out letter, I checked on the house (one week after tenant recieved letter). The tenant did in fact move out of the house, leaving a note saying she would contact me about paying the back rent (no date on the note).

Two vehicles were left at the residence, (in a locked garage).

Question: Can I keep the cars pending the payment of the back rent.

Thank You
Kraig

 

[acmb05]

What is the name of your state? WYoming


I has a tenant who hadnt been paying rent. Upon sending the tenant a Pay or Move out letter, I checked on the house (one week after tenant recieved letter). The tenant did in fact move out of the house, leaving a note saying she would contact me about paying the back rent (no date on the note).

Two vehicles were left at the residence, (in a locked garage).

Question: Can I keep the cars pending the payment of the back rent.

Thank You
Kraig

What does your states LL/T laws say you can do? Normally, no you can't hold thier property as collateral. Some states allow it but most don't.

 

[FarmerJ]

Search out information on abandoned property in your state , then you should be able to send her a notice about removing the vehicles because now you are warning her that the clock is ticking and failure to remove them could lead to them being declared abandoned property. Then stick to it and if you have to you send it to her last known address, If the letter comes back to you as non deliverable DO NOT open it. you will need it intact . Follow your states laws for abandoned property. The tenant might be that stupid and actually forfeit something that could indeed help pay off what is owed if it can be sold later on. If you dont fully understand your states abandoned property laws use the links up top to seek the advice of a Atty in your state.