Q: How do I evict someone in an apartment I own if they never signed a lease?
A: If they never signed a lease, then they are on a month-to-month tenancy. You either have to give them a 3 day notice for non-payment of rent, if that is the case, or provide them with a 15 day notice of non-renewal/lease termination prior to the next lease period (provided they pay you rent on a monthly basis). Timing is crucial here. If you pursue a 15 day notice of non-renewal and if they fail to vacate per the notice, then you can file an action for possession against a hold-over tenant. It would serve your interests to consult with an attorney to determine the best course of action in your particular situation. All the best.
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