Late Rent Eviction Process

Summary

In North Carolina, landlords must provide a 10-day notice before initiating eviction for non-payment of rent. If you are late on rent, the landlord can file for eviction. If additional rent becomes due, the landlord can amend the complaint to include the new amount. Consulting a local attorney can provide personalized advice and help you understand your rights and options.

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We are two months late on rent, we got the papers for court date and it says */*/*. I had talked to the landlord and she said we have to pay both in order to stop the eviction process.
What state are you located in, ****? The eviction laws vary by state.
NC
What is the total amount you owe to your landlord?

In NC, landlords must give tenants a *-day notice before eviction for non-payment of rent.
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What is the date you received the court papers? In NC, you have 10 days from the date of the notice to pay the rent due to avoid eviction.
I received it last week, it was filed on the 7th. But my question is, the papers only state August and not September, don't they need to file another motion?
Did you pay the rent for the month of September? In NC, if the rent for September is not paid, your landlord can amend the complaint to include this month.
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In NC, if you haven't paid September's rent, your landlord can amend the complaint to include it. You may want to consult a local attorney.