Q: Landlord is trying to evict me because of $110 in late fees. also demanded more than the amount in lease agreement.
Rent is $800/month, and can be paid by the week, at $200/wk.
She then asked for an extra $200 because she "realized that there is an extra friday in the month. Was already told that she cannot legally do this, but she is now filing for eviction based on $110 in "late fees". Can she do this? what is the best way to proceed?
A: If landlord files an eviction action, that is a permanent court record that cannot be erased, and can make it difficult to rent from a landlord who checks the records, and most do. So do what you must to try to work it out and avoid having landlord file an eviction, because even if the court agrees with you and dismisses it, the eviction will remain a permanent record.
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