As a property owner, few situations are more frustrating than a tenant who stops paying rent. The instinct to take immediate action—like changing the locks—can be strong. However, it's crucial to understand that such actions are not only illegal but can also lead to significant legal and financial repercussions. Here's why you should avoid taking matters into your own hands and how partnering with a professional property management firm like Carolinas Dynamic Realty can help you navigate these challenges effectively.
The Legal Risks of "Self-Help" Evictions
In North Carolina, landlords are prohibited from engaging in "self-help" eviction tactics. This includes actions like changing locks, shutting off utilities, or removing a tenant's belongings without following the proper legal procedures. Engaging in such practices can result in:
Legal Penalties: Courts may impose fines and require landlords to pay damages to the tenant.
Delayed Evictions: Improper actions can complicate and prolong the eviction process.
Reputational Damage: Legal disputes can harm your reputation as a landlord, making it harder to attract quality tenants in the future.
It's essential to follow the legal eviction process, which involves serving proper notices and, if necessary, filing for eviction through the court system.
The Importance of Professional Property Management
Navigating the complexities of landlord-tenant laws can be daunting. That's where professional property management comes in. At Carolinas Dynamic Realty, we specialize in handling these situations efficiently and legally, ensuring that your rights are protected and your property is managed effectively.
Our Credentials
18 Years of Experience: With nearly two decades in the industry, we've seen it all and know how to handle every situation.
Residential Management Professional (RMP®) Designation: This prestigious designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM®) is held by only a select few in Charlotte, highlighting our commitment to excellence in property management.
Better Business Bureau Accredited: Our A+ rating reflects our dedication to ethical practices and customer satisfaction.
Our Proven Process
When you partner with Carolinas Dynamic Realty, we take swift and legal action to address non-paying tenants:
Legal Compliance: We ensure all actions comply with state and local laws, protecting you from potential legal issues.
Efficient Evictions: We can typically regain possession of your property in less than 60 days, minimizing your financial losses. Our evictions are processed by the best eviction attorneys in the states that we manage property in, with the relationships we have with our attorneys, their fee is nominal. Who better to represent you in a court room for an eviction, than an eviction attorney, working with Carolinas Dynamic Realty.
Property Turnaround: Once the property is vacated, we quickly prepare it for the next tenant, handling any necessary repairs or cleaning. We have an amazing team of experts, ready to get your property ready for the next resident quickly, efficiently, and at an affordable cost.
Tenant Placement: Our rigorous screening process helps us find reliable tenants, reducing the risk of future payment issues. We screen tenants correctly. We don’t use a Zillow application, we don’t have a tenant send us their Credit Karma scores. We throughly verify everything that we are told in the application process. We want your next resident to be amazing, so that an eviction is the last thing that you have to worry about.
The Benefits of Partnering with Us
Peace of Mind: Knowing that professionals are handling your property allows you to focus on other priorities.
Maximized Returns: Our efficient processes minimize vacancy periods and ensure consistent rental income.
Legal Protection: We stay updated on all relevant laws and regulations, ensuring your property is managed within legal parameters. When needed, we have a legal team of attorneys standing by, ready to protect landlord rights.
Personalized Service: Unlike larger firms, we offer a small-town level of service, ensuring you have direct contact with your property manager and are always in the loop. If you need us, give us a call, we live answer our phones. Prefer to shoot us an email? We will respond the same day!
Conclusion
Dealing with non-paying tenants is undoubtedly challenging, but taking illegal actions like changing locks can exacerbate the problem. Instead, trust the experts at Carolinas Dynamic Realty to handle the situation professionally and legally. With our extensive experience, prestigious credentials, and commitment to excellence, we ensure your property is in the best hands.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you manage your property effectively and avoid the pitfalls of self-help evictions.
