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In Kansas City, MO, landlords can serve a 10-day Notice to Quit for lease violations or a 30-day Notice to Quit for terminating a month-to-month lease. Accepting rent during the eviction process may invalidate the notice. An unrelated third party can serve the notice, and using both a process server and certified mail can provide solid proof of delivery. Always consult a local attorney for specific guidance.Full Conversation
I am a landlord evicting my tenant. She is on a month to month lease, and has numerous lease violations, along with verbal abuse and threat of physical violence. Im preparing her Notice to Quit. Trying to determine which is best to use. 10 day Notice to Quit for lease violations, or 30 day termination of lease.
Hello ****, it's important to know your location as eviction laws vary. Generally, if you can prove lease violations, a *-day Notice might be quicker. However, if you're unsure, a *-day Notice might be safer. It's advised to consult with a local attorney for specifics.
Kansas City Mo
Hello ****, in Kansas City, MO, you have options:
- For lease violation: Serve a *-day Notice to Quit.
- For termination of tenancy: Serve a *-day Notice to Quit.
Always ensure to document all interactions and violations. Consulting a local attorney can provide further guidance.
Does accepting her monthly rent payment (due on the 1st with grace period through the 5th. Typically pays on the 4th or 5th) effect any part of an eviction process, or it's required number of days for tenant to respond or vacate, or effect me in this process?
In Missouri, if you accept rent during the eviction process, it may invalidate your eviction notice. Do not accept rent after issuing a Notice to Quit. Always consult a local attorney for specifics.
What is the best way for me to get the notice to quit to my tenant. She has an attitude, is verbally abusive and has physically threat me. Can I have someone random and unrelated act as the process server?
In Kansas City, MO, you can certainly have an unrelated third party serve the notice to your tenant. Ensure they can document the delivery process properly. Also consider sending by certified mail, return receipt requested for proof of delivery. Consult a local attorney for specifics.
Should I do both. Process server to hurry things along, and certified mail for additional and concrete proof of delivery?
In Kansas City, MO, using both a process server and certified mail could provide a solid proof of delivery. Just ensure both methods document the delivery well. Always consult a local attorney to ensure you're following all local laws and regulations correctly.
Awesome! You have been a world of help! Thank you so much for your assistance.
You're welcome, ****! I'm glad I could assist. If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to ask. Best of luck with your situation.
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