Q: I have an outstanding debt with my old apartment. What should I do so that I’m able to move again.
I am not able to pay fees all at once
A: Did the old apartment complex file an eviction and get a money judgment against you or did they sue you after you left and obtain a money judgment? If so, one option is to contact the old apartment complex in an attempt to reach a settlement of the debt. The settlement should require the apartment file a satisfaction of debt once they are paid. A settlement can be either a reduced lump-sum payment or an agreed-upon monthly payment amount. Once you have completed all payments, the apartment complex will file the satisfaction of debt. The fact that you resolved the matter with your old apartment complex will more than likely view favorably for potential landlords.
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