When you can change locks

Have we not learned our lesson yet...

You're itching to kick out that deadbeat tenant.

They're three months behind on rent.

And their "emotional support" alligator is wreaking havoc on the joint.

There you are.

Bolt cutters ready.

New locks in hand.

"We Will Rock You" queued upon on Spotify.

Hold up, cowboy.

You can't change the locks just because they are late on rent.

That's a bigger no-no than wearing socks with sandals.

Unless you're in Pigeon Forge, of course...

That's right.

You can't change locks without an eviction Order.

Well, there may be an exception or two.

But ya better have it on good authority before you do.

By Landlord Legal

Skedaddle, that's issue #119 of The Brief.

Changing locks is serious business. Reach out if you're not sure.  You're future self will high-five you for not being a dummy.

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