How difficult would it be to evict a squatter from a house?

[Brandon P.]

There is a property for sale that I like, I think it can make a good rental. The owner warned me it may be squatter occupied, and I went to look at it myself, it bad clothes hanging and 2 locked doors that I assume someone was living in. The owner seems unwilling to evict the squatter, but is willing to lower the price. If I purchased the property how long, and difficult would it likely be for me to evict the squatter? Property is in Mississippi

[Brandon P.]

Thanks

[Susan Maneck]

Eviction in Mississippi is not that difficult. It is even possible to do a self-eviction if you can do so without causing a disturbance, but I wouldn't try it. What you do is you file for a 30 day eviction with the chancery court. You usually it takes about two or three weeks to get a hearing. Once you get an order in your favor you pay a fee for the constable to enforce it as soon as the 30 days are up. That usually takes another couple of weeks. 

You can do all this without a lawyer, but mind you, expect your house to be trashed. 

[Brandon P.]

Thanks Susan, I appreciate the helpful info

[Paige B.]

Hey Brandon! I am a Real estate agent here in South Mississippi! If you'd like to send me the details of the property I'd love to look it over and tell you if it would be a good deal and worth your time or not. 

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My 1st experience with squatters is that it can be extremely difficult to remove them. I just posted a forum about my squatter situation & could really use some help. Thank you.