Investor · Carnegie, PA · Member since 2014 · 259 posts · 144 votes
Hi All - One of our tenants that is typically late on rent and usually needs a reminder (or 7) is late on rent again. A few days ago we sent him a late notice, left a voicemail, and have texted - all with no response. Usually he responds to at least one of those.
I attempted to call again tonight and found that his his phone has been disconnected. We then tried to call 2 of his other contacts, one of which was also disconnected (his sister) and his parents house (left a message) with no response.
We're pretty new to this and haven't really faced a situation like this one. Not sure what to try next. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
Because his phone has been disconnected, he has no money and is avoiding you. I have found that people will pay their phone bill before paying rent. Time to start the eviction process.
Accepting payment will restart the eviction process, if you still want to move forward with it.
Personally, i would accept the payment, apply to late fee, then to rent and give them a bill for remainder due along with another notice to quit. This will most likely prompt them to pay balance.
I have heard some others refuse to accept anything less than payment in full. To stop the process, which once you file will also include the filing fees.