Landlord Property Reclamation Process

Summary

Landlords in Michigan must follow legal procedures to reclaim property, including providing written notice and obtaining a court order. Tenants can contest eviction in court. Legal representation is advised to protect tenant rights.

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What if the landlord just wants there property back
Hello Cassandra,
In Michigan, a landlord can't force a tenant out without a court order. If they want to end the lease:
- They must provide a written notice
- If you don't leave, they can file for eviction
- A court hearing is required for eviction
Remember to respect your lease agreement terms.
We live month to month and we never got a lease from the new landlord they just want they property back
Hello Cassandra,
Even without a lease, in Michigan:
- A landlord must give you a *-day written notice if they want you to move out.
- If you don't leave, they can file for eviction but a court hearing is required.
- Illegal eviction is punishable by law.
They lawyer just called me saying that just want there property back and offered me cash for keys but they took my payment and section *
Hello Cassandra, offering "cash for keys" is legal, but you do have rights.
- You can negotiate the terms.
- If you accept, ensure everything is in writing.
- They can't force you to accept.
- If they take your payment and Section *, they can't evict you without proper procedure.
- Consult a local attorney for further advice.
They say its its nothing i can do they just want there property back
Hello Cassandra,
Despite what they say, you do have rights.
- They cannot evict you without following proper protocol.
- You can refuse the "cash for keys" offer.
- If they continue to harass or intimidate you, you may seek legal help.
Remember, always consult with a local attorney.
They offered me cash for keys and gave me 45days to vacate
Hello Cassandra,
In your situation, remember:
- You can negotiate the terms of the cash-for-keys offer.
- Ensure the agreement and timeline are in writing.
- Seek legal advice before making a decision.
Your rights are protected, even in a month-to-month tenancy.
But what can i do if the landlord just wants there property back
Hello Cassandra,
- You may negotiate the terms of the cash-for-keys offer.
- Ensure you have a written agreement.
- If you feel your rights are violated, consult a local attorney.
- Remember, they cannot force you out without following the legal procedure.
Yea we got a summons recovery of possession then i called because i wanted to stay here they said its nothing i can do offered me cash * keys in an gave my 45 days to vacate
Hello Cassandra,
- If you've received a summons, it means they've started eviction proceedings.
- You have a right to contest this in court.
- You can still negotiate the cash-for-keys offer.
- Seek legal counsel immediately to protect your rights.
They just want they property no more payment said we have to go
Hello Cassandra,
- If you've received a notice to quit, you must respond.
- They can't force you to leave without court intervention.
- Continue negotiating the "cash for keys" or consult a lawyer.
- You have the right to stay until the court orders otherwise.
What if they tryna recover the property but i go to court
Hello Cassandra,
If you go to court:
- You can present your case and defend your rights.
- The judge will make a decision based on the facts.
- Legal representation is highly advised.
- Eviction can only happen with a court order.
My mother just got off the phone with they lawyer and they just want they property
Hello Cassandra,
Remember:
- Landlords cannot evict without a court order.
- You can still discuss the "cash for keys" offer.
- If being harassed, consult a lawyer.
- Legal representation is advised in court. Always protect your rights.
Ok i got a court date next Thursday for this they want they property what can I do
Hello Cassandra,
- You should prepare for the court date.
- Gather all relevant documents and evidence.
- You can still negotiate the "cash for keys" offer.
- Consider hiring a lawyer to guide you through the process.
- Remember, they cannot evict you without a court order.
I mean i been here 11 years with no problems now i got move out because they want they property back
Hello Cassandra,
- It's unfortunate, but you should prepare for court.
- Gather documents proving your good tenancy.
- Negotiate the "cash for keys" offer.
- Engage a lawyer to help you.
- Remember, eviction needs a court order.
What if they want that property just to want it
Hello Cassandra,
- Even if the landlord just wants the property for personal reasons, they must follow legal procedures for eviction.
- You can still negotiate the "cash for keys" offer.
- Consult a lawyer to ensure your rights are protected.
- Prepare for your court hearing.
Yea it * cash for keys and 45 days only thing i did not do nothing wrong
Hello Cassandra,
- If you're comfortable with the cash-for-keys offer, ensure it's in writing.
- If not, negotiate the terms.
- Always consult with a lawyer to understand your rights.
- Attend your court date. They can't evict you without a court order.
If i want to stay in the house
Hello Cassandra,
- If you want to stay, you can contest the eviction in court.
- You're not obligated to accept the cash-for-keys offer.
- Consult with a lawyer to best understand your rights and options.
- Remember, they can't evict without a court order.
They given us no reason they just want they property
Hello Cassandra,
If they've given no reason, remember:
- They must follow legal eviction procedures.
- You can contest the eviction in court.
- You're not obligated to accept the cash-for-keys offer.
- Consult with a lawyer to ensure your rights are protected.
Can a judge solve this
Hello Cassandra,
- Yes, a judge can resolve this issue.
- During the eviction hearing, the judge will hear both sides of the case.
- Prepare your defense and bring all relevant documents.
- Legal representation is highly advised.
- Remember, eviction is only lawful with a court order.
What if the judge say i can stay
Hello Cassandra,
- If the judge says you can stay, the eviction process stops.
- Landlord must respect the court's decision.
- Your tenancy continues under the same conditions.
- If landlord disobeys, seek legal help.
- Always consult with a local attorney.
Yea because i disagree with this just want the property just to want it
Hello Cassandra,
- If you disagree, express this in court.
- Explain why the eviction is unreasonable.
- Bring any evidence of good tenancy.
- Legal representation is advised.
- Remember, the judge will decide based on the facts of the case.
I have zoom court Thursday
Hello Cassandra,
- Prepare all relevant documents for the Zoom court.
- It's advisable to have a lawyer present.
- Make sure your internet connection is stable for the session.
- If you need assistance with Zoom, don't hesitate to ask.
- Remember, your rights are protected even in online court.
Can i tell the judge i wanna stay
Hello Cassandra,
- Yes, you can tell the judge your desire to stay.
- Present your arguments and evidence supporting your case.
- Ensure you express your points clearly and respectfully.
- It's advisable to have a lawyer for guidance.
- Remember, the judge will decide based on the case facts.
I just got off the phone with the landlord lawyer i wanted to stay but he said they just want they property
Hello Cassandra,
- It's important to communicate your desire to stay in court.
- The landlord's lawyer can't decide the outcome, only the judge can.
- Consider getting a lawyer to represent you.
- Collect evidence of your good tenancy.
- Remember, eviction can only happen with a court order.
What he tells use with the landlord told him to say
Hello Cassandra,
- You can share this information in court.
- All communication or actions by the landlord or their lawyer are relevant.
- Get legal representation for advice.
- Keep all documentation and evidence.
- Remember, only a judge can order an eviction.
He told us that they just want the property back
Hello Cassandra,
- You can share this in court as part of your defense.
- Having a lawyer can help you present your case effectively.
- Gather all documents and evidence.
- They cannot evict you without a court order.
- Remember, your rights are protected.
He said they just wanna recover they property back and gave us up to 45days to move
Hello Cassandra,
- You can present this information in court.
- Negotiate a fair move-out timeline if you decide to leave.
- Seek legal representation to protect your rights.
- Have all agreements in writing.
- Remember, only a court order can mandate eviction.
I don't wanna move because i did nothing wrong but take care of the property
Hello Cassandra,
- Express your desire to stay and your care for the property in court.
- Having a lawyer can assist you in presenting your case.
- Gather evidence of your good tenancy.
- Remember, only a judge can order an eviction.
- Your rights are protected, even in a month-to-month tenancy.
So if i can a recovery of possession notice then i go to court in tell the judge i want to stay and they have no reason just they want they property back
Hello Cassandra,
- If you received a recovery of possession notice, you can contest it in court.
- Express your desire to stay and present your case.
- The judge will decide based on the facts.
- Always consult with a local attorney.
- They cannot evict you without a court order.
Am not understanding why because am a good tenant
Hello Cassandra,
- It's understandable you're confused and upset.
- Present your case as a good tenant in court.
- Legal representation can help you understand your rights.
- The judge will decide based on the facts.
- Remember, eviction can only be ordered by a court.
So it up to the judge if the landlord can recover they property not the landlord or lawyer
Hello Cassandra,
- Yes, only a judge can order eviction, not the landlord or their lawyer.
- The judge's decision is based on the facts presented in court.
- Always consult with a local attorney.
- Gather all relevant documents and evidence.
- Remember, your rights as a tenant are protected.
If a landlord want they back just to want it back can u fight it in court
Hello Cassandra,
- Yes, you can contest the eviction in court.
- The judge will decide based on the facts presented.
- Having a lawyer can assist in presenting your case effectively.
- Remember, eviction can only be ordered by a court.
- Always protect your rights as a tenant.
What if they want the property but the judge stay we can stay
Hello Cassandra,
- If the judge rules that you can stay, the eviction process stops.
- The landlord must respect the court's decision.
- If the landlord disobeys the court's decision, you may seek legal assistance.
- Always consult with a local attorney for further guidance.
Is they a valid reason for a landlord just to want they property back just to want it
Hello Cassandra,
- A landlord can want their property back for personal reasons, but they must follow legal eviction procedures.
- They can't force you out without a court order.
- Your rights as a tenant are protected.
- Consult a local attorney for further guidance.
I asked what can i do they told me they just want they property
Hello Cassandra,
- In court, present your case and express your desire to stay.
- The judge will decide based on the facts.
- Seek legal representation for guidance.
- Remember, they cannot evict you without a court order.
- Always protect your rights as a tenant.
If they just want they property they can do that right
Hello Cassandra,
- A landlord can't just reclaim their property without following legal eviction procedures.
- If you've received an eviction notice, you can contest it in court.
- Only a judge can order an eviction.
- Always consult with a local attorney.
- Protect your rights as a tenant.
No eviction just to appear in court
Hello Cassandra,
- If you're asked to appear in court, it's crucial to attend.
- You can present your case and express your desire to stay.
- Seek legal representation for guidance.
- Remember, only a judge can order eviction.
- Always protect your rights as a tenant.
What if they lawyer calls me and stay they just want they property
Hello Cassandra,
- If the lawyer contacts you, remember they represent the landlord.
- Any agreements should be in writing.
- You can still contest the eviction in court.
- Seek legal representation to protect your rights.
- Remember, eviction needs a court order.
Do a judge really gives u a chance to talk
Hello Cassandra,
- Yes, in court, you'll have the opportunity to present your case.
- The judge will listen to both sides before making a decision.
- Legal representation can help you present your case effectively.
- Remember, eviction can only be ordered by a court.
- Always protect your rights as a tenant.
So what i recieved a recovery of possession summons then the lawyer say they just want they property and i wanna stay here
Hello Cassandra,
- If you've received a recovery of possession summons, it means eviction proceedings have started.
- You have the right to contest this in court.
- Express your desire to stay and present your case.
- Legal representation is advised.
- Remember, eviction can only occur with a court order.