Eviction Essentials: Your Guide to Landlord-Tenant Law and Courtroom Drama in North Carolina

  PARANORMAL PROPERTIES Does North Carolina Have Any “ Ghost Busting ” Rules, Regulations, or Legal Legislations That a Landlord Needs to Learn? Our homes are where we feel cozy, comfy, cool, and calm. A safe space where we’re protected by the walls of our own personal private kingdom. So by definition, a haunted house with spooky specters and ghastly ghouls is as far from a home as a house can get. In this entry of Eviction Essentials : Your Guide to Landlord-Tenant Law and Courtroom Drama in North Carolina , we dive deep into the details about disclosing a property’s paranormal past, and how it might get Landlords into a different type of scary situation. ( Plus , a few tips and tricks to spook-proof your property this Halloween ) 1. What is a “Stigmatized” Property? A "stigmatized" property is a real estate term for homes that might have psychological or paranormal baggage. These properties might be sites of tragic events, alleged hauntings, or other incidents t...

Maintenance and Repair: Who’s Responsible, Landlord or Tenant? In my experience, one of the more common causes of conflict between landlords and their tenants is maintenance and repair issues. Knowing who is responsible for what will greatly prevent altercations and guarantee that the property remains in good condition. In this entry of Eviction Essentials : Your Guide to Landlord-Tenant Law and Courtroom Drama in North Carolina , we’ll break down the ins and outs of maintenance and repair obligations in North Carolina. 1. Landlord Responsibilities North Carolina’s landlords are legally required to provide and maintain a safe and livable environment for their tenants. This obligation is often called the “implied warranty of habitability.” So what do landlords have to take care of? Structural Integrity : The building needs to be solid and structurally sound. This means that the foundation, walls, windows, and roof should be maintained and in good condition. Essential Systems : The plum...

What You Should Know About the Eviction Process in North Carolina.  Whether you are the tenant or the landlord, an eviction can be a daunting experience. Regardless of what side you are on, understanding the ins and outs of this process can help make it flow a little easier. Let me walk you through the essential steps in the eviction process, the legal requirements and consequences, as well as, other information that both Landlords and tenants should know. 1. Grounds for Eviction A landlord in North Carolina must have legal grounds to start an eviction. A few common examples are: Non-payment of rent: The number one reason for evictions I handle is past due rent. If a tenant fails to pay, the landlord automatically gets the right to start an eviction. Lease Violations: Some of the regular lease violations we encounter at our firm are unauthorized pets and residents, damage to the property, and illegal activities. We’ll talk more about illegal activities later. Holding over after t...