All Forum Posts by: Dominick Marschall

How would I know if he is still there or if he just left his things for me to clean up? He's not answering my calls or texts. 

Hello, 

I have a duplex I plan on moving into tomorrow Oct 1st. However, I have a tenant living there who's lease is done today at mid-night. 

Backstory:

We have a full lease signed by both parties. The lease states it ends today at mid-night. There is a 60 day notice on the lease if either party wants to end the lease. I made him aware that I was moving in on July 31st and sent him a formal 'notice of lease non-renewal' which was the 60 day notice. He acknowledged the fact he would be out today. However, he has not paid me for September rent yet and has not been responding to any of my call/texts. I'm hoping for the best that he is all moved out. 

I will be moving in tomorrow ( I have no where else to go) and do not know what to expect. He may leave some things in the apartment. I really don't know if he's even moved out yet. 

My question: Can I go there tomorrow and if he is not home change the locks and start moving my belongings into the house? If he is not home, how would i know if he just left thing things there or if he is still living there?

@Dennis M. Do you have any pointers on a property this old? My main worry is the structure. 

Thank you! This was what I was thinking, but wanted to ask other educated people. 

Hi, I recently inherited a duplex worth approximately 200k. I have it rented out and I am wondering if I should have a home inspection done? I've never owned a home before. i'm mostly worried about the foudation. The roof, appliances, plumbing seem to be okay. The electrical could use a change soon, but I already know that. The home was built in 1890 so its old. I was planning on doing this inspection for peace of mind, but is it worth it?

Thanks!

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