Evictions!

In this week’s blog we discuss some of the leading causes of evictions. Nobody ever wants to deal with evictions since it's usually stressful and time consuming for the tenant and the landlord. We hope you never get evicted or have to evict someone, if you feel the same way, please keep reading. And if you want to know what needs to be included in an eviction notice for it to be legal, please click here.

Not paying rent

This is probably the most obvious one, but if you are not paying your rent on time, in full or at all, then your landlord may have every right to evict you. If you are having trouble paying your rent or you think it'll be late, let your landlord and roommates know. You may be able to work out an arrangement that gives you more time to pay your rent or another alternative. 

Too many complaints 

If your neighbour's make a series of complaints to your landlord or building manager then you may be evicted, especially if these complaints prove that you are doing something that violates your lease agreement.

Damaging the property 

If you damage the property or anything in it, the landlord could evict you. This is why you are required to pay a damage deposit in some provinces. If the damage is expensive, extensive or endangers the lives of others, then you could be evicted. 

Illegal activity 

If you are using your apartment for illegal activity, then chances are you could get evicted and/or sent to jail. Usually if the police get involved or you get arrested the eviction is implied and will be handled quickly and swiftly without any notice. 

Subletting without permission 

If you are subletting your apartment without express consent and permission from your landlord, this could be grounds for eviction. By doing this you are essentially violating your lease therefore you can be evicted.

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