Eviction And Verbal Agreement

Summary

Verbal agreements in Ohio can be legally binding but are challenging to prove. Keep all receipts and gather witnesses to support your case. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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It's an eviction, what the home owner called it, but it was a renovation job i did for her in lue of rent and utilities. I never paid her any monies in the * plus years I lived there.
Did you have a written agreement with the homeowner about this arrangement?
It was verbal, but I kept all my receipts and have many witnesses as well as people I paid to work.
What state are you located in, ****? The laws regarding verbal agreements and eviction vary by state.
I'm in Ohio
What is the reason given by the homeowner for your eviction?

In Ohio, verbal agreements can be legally binding but proving them can be challenging.