We bought our first rental (2/1.5 townhome) back in March and having been renting to a nice couple. Just this weekend we found out that the husband lost his job and they did not pay July rent on time. They are nice people and good renters but I am skeptical that they will be able to pay in full any time soon, and feel we should send the 10-day notice to terminate the lease right away. My husband feels we should do more to try and work things out with them.
For those of you who are experienced investors, how would you handle this situation? How much leeway would you give to people who have been good tenants for you? Would you be willing to take a partial payment in return for full payment at a later date? Or would you move quickly to get them out and find a new renter?
Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
For those of you who are experienced investors, how would you handle this situation? How much leeway would you give to people who have been good tenants for you? Would you be willing to take a partial payment in return for full payment at a later date? Or would you move quickly to get them out and find a new renter?
Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
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