Los Angeles, CA · Member since 2017 · 37 posts · 12 votes
Hi all,
I have an ex-tenant that owes back rent and damages after they left that the security deposit doesn't cover. I read some forums here and am getting some mixed signals on the process of collecting debt.
The way I read it is you can just go to a debt agency with in my case the signed lease and also the security deposit transmittal showing what's owed and the collections agency can legally take it from there. Am I correct in that or do I need to go to court and get a judgement first?
Real Estate Broker · Atlanta, GA · Member since 2019 · 34 posts · 23 votes
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be careful as in many States, like Atlanta, you can use the tenant security deposit to solve back rent issues. If you have back rent, take the person to court and get a judgement and garnishment of wages. It's the only path other than calling a bunch.