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Updated over 4 years ago, 04/07/2020
Unpaid rent and lease ending
Hello BP family
To cut the long story short I rented my condo to 3 individuals, 2 of 3 were less than ideal candidates with poor credit score (bad idea!!) Etc
The 2 tenants were late on rent almost constantly. Coming to the point the lease is coming to end next week and they have outstanding balance of over $3k including late fees (I know should have given the eviction notice the first month itself.. lesson learned)
They expect me to just withheld $500 from security deposit, so they can pay other bills and they will continue paying a small amount every month (so they say). I don't trust them, they are incredibly rude, irresponsible and feel entitled
I am really worried about them damaging the property and with everything happening it's nerve wracking. I plan on doing a video walkthrough with the 3rd tenant who is very responsible and has renewed the lease. My question is how do I hold them accountable for all the money they owe in back rent and damages if any, once they move out. Do I just keep the entire $2050 and cut my losses ( Massachusetts landlord here!)
They don't respond to calls, texts and don't care about communicating
Greatly appreciate the insight. Thank you
Be safe everyone!