Collection of dues and unpaid rent

[Ananth Subramanian]

Am I the only one having the problem of rental collection. One of my tenants is evading me when asked about rental dues and unpaid rent. They don’t answer my text or phone and requesting a time for a conversation goes unheeding. Can someone advise how to deal with this situation? Is pressing for eviction the only alternative?

[Nathan Gesner]

Quote from @Ananth Subramanian:

They know rent is due. It's a common mistake to think you can remind them enough times that they'll suddenly grow a conscience and pay you everything they owe and apologize.

Start the eviction process. Don't stop unless they pay everything they owe with certified funds. If you're not comfortable with the eviction process, hire an attorney.

https://guides.sll.texas.gov/landlord-tenant-law/eviction-pr...