Non responsive tenant

[Eben Rohling]

Looking for advice!

I have a tenant that said a month ago that they want to move out maybe at the end of April, but wouldn’t give a firm answer. When I pressed for a firm date, the conversation turned negative. Long story short, the relationship was damaged and I think it would be best for them to move as soon as possible. (There are other factors in play as well)

It’s April 10th and no rent has been received. I can’t get ahold of the tenant. Left several messages/texts. With the Covid-19 and eviction restrictions, I’m not sure what to do next. Any help appreciated!

[David Barnett]

Have you offered them cash for keys?  It's probably cheapest to try to get them out and re-rent it.  Unfortunately, you can't evict in Minnesota during COVID-19.  If you can't do cash for keys, you're likely going to be out of rent for 90-120 days and then have to pay for legal fees for eviction once that opens back up.