Collecting Unpaid Rent Steps

Summary

In Michigan, landlords can collect unpaid rent by sending a demand for payment, filing a small claims case if the amount is under $6,500, and obtaining a judgment. If a tenant refuses service, landlords can request alternate service methods or seek a default judgment if the tenant fails to respond. Once a judgment is obtained, landlords can enforce it through wage garnishment or property liens.

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It looks like your message got cut off. Would you like more details on any of the steps to collect unpaid rent, or do you have any specific questions about the process?
In the case of "Obtain a Judgement", tenant refused to be served the court order. Can I still collect my money?
If the tenant has refused to be served the court order, you may still have options to collect your money:
- Service by Alternate Means: You can request the court to serve the tenant by alternate means, such as posting the notice at their last known address or publishing it in a local newspaper.
- Default Judgment: If the tenant doesn't respond after being properly served, you can request a default judgment from the court.
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can you give me more detail about default judgment?
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Sure! Here are the key points about a default judgment in Michigan:
- Definition: A default judgment is a binding judgment in favor of the plaintiff when the defendant fails to respond to a court summons.
- Process: If the tenant doesn't respond to the summons, you can file for a default judgment.
- Court Decision: The court may grant you the requested judgment without the tenant's participation.
- Enforcement: Once granted, you can use legal methods to collect the judgment, like wage garnishment or property liens.
Do you have any specific questions about obtaining a default judgment?