Sorry, you're getting evicted.

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Finally going through my first eviction. The last thing I want to do is evict someone. I have an inherited tenant that no matter how much I try to get them in-line, they just won't get it together. I strongly suspect there is a drug problem behind the scenes. Sigh. Sad. There are little kids involved. These people are in their 30's.

I like these people. They live in my house that could use a bit of work and don't complain (much) about it. They keep the house in very good order. My number one requirement is tenants keep my place in good order. So, even though they have been habitually late, I have let them slide. After all, until now they have always paid and, I have avoided doing work and spending money.

This month (June) came with the usual excuses, lies and broken promises. I've gotten used to it and even laugh it off. About mid-month I served the 5-day pay or quit. This is where it gets sad. Instead of simply paying me late, they spend the money, telling me they figured they were getting evicted anyways. The crazy things addiction will convince a person to do.

So, how crazy will their addiction take them now? As it stands, they can hand me keys on Sunday or, I file in court on Monday. They know darn well an eviction on the record means no decent landlord will rent to them. Will their addiction convince them the best choice is to get high as long as possible until the sheriff comes to escort them out? Or will they come to their senses and scramble to find a relatives couch for a month or two? We shall see.

I'd guess this forum has 1000's of threads like this one...