Eviction Defense Strategies Detroit

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If youre facing eviction in Detroit, landlords must follow legal procedures. Continue paying your portion of the rent and keep all payment proofs. Notify your housing authority and consult a legal advisor immediately. You have the right to contest eviction in court, even if the landlord demands the property back.

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I got a recover demand of possession and they don't want no more payment they just want they property
Hello Arlesley, based on your situation, it seems you're dealing with a landlord-tenant issue. In Detroit:
*. A landlord can issue a "Demand for Possession" notice if the tenant breaches the lease.
*. The tenant typically has a certain amount of time to respond or vacate the property.
Please consult a local attorney for specific advice related to your situation.
Yea they tryna put me out of here now
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Arlesley. Do you know why your landlord is issuing the "Demand for Possession"? It might be useful to understand their reason to provide more accurate information.
Because they say i owe more rent that section * owes
I'm sorry to hear that, Arlesley. In Detroit, if you're a Section * tenant:
*. The landlord must provide written notice of any rent increase.
*. They must also notify the housing authority.
*. If the increase is approved, it generally cannot take effect until your lease renews.
Please consult with your local housing authority or a legal advisor.
Yea i received a recover of possession summons but been paying section * been paying also but the problem is section * owes them more and they tryna put me out
I'm sorry to hear that, Arlesley. In Detroit, if you receive a "Recovery of Possession" summons:
*. You have the right to a court hearing.
*. You should contact your local housing authority immediately.
*. You may also want to consult with a legal advisor.
Please don't delay as time is of essence.
Yea because section * did not pay the rest of there portion they want me out
I'm sorry to hear that, Arlesley. In Detroit:
*. The housing authority is responsible for their portion of rent.
*. You should report this issue immediately to them.
*. You also have a right to legal representation in court.
Please consult with a legal advisor.
They just told me they don't want no more payment they want they property
I'm sorry to hear that, Arlesley. In Detroit:
*. The landlord cannot forcibly evict you without a court order.
*. You have a right to legal representation in court.
*. Reach out to your local housing authority about this issue.
Please consult with a legal advisor immediately.
What if i wanna say in the property
If you wish to stay in the property, Arlesley, in Detroit:
*. You may be able to negotiate with your landlord.
*. Seek legal representation for your court hearing.
*. Your local housing authority may be able to assist with the issue.
*. Consult with a legal advisor immediately.
What if they dismissed then they bring it back up says recovery for property
If a case was dismissed but then refiled in Detroit:
*. You have a right to be notified.
*. You can still contest the eviction in court.
*. Contact your local housing authority and a legal advisor.
*. Continue to pay your portion of the rent.
First it was for nonpayment of rent they dismissed that section * still owes them now am getting a recovery of property now
In Detroit:
*. If an eviction case was dismissed but a "Recovery of Property" case is filed, it's a separate issue.
*. Still, you've the right to contest it in court.
*. Notify your housing authority of this development.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.
Recovery of property * not paying rent that section * owes
In Detroit:
*. If Section * hasn't paid their part, that is a matter between the landlord and the housing authority.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Inform your housing authority about the "Recovery of Property" notice.
*. Seek legal advice immediately.
They say they don't want no money nomore they just want us out now
In Detroit:
*. Landlords can't evict tenants without a court order.
*. Notify your housing authority about this.
*. You have the right to legal representation.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
But i can still make a payment but they want they property mo more money
I understand your situation, Arlesley. If you're willing to make payments, in Detroit:
*. You can still try to negotiate with your landlord.
*. Maintain proof of any payments made.
*. Notify your housing authority.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
Can i fight the recovery of property
In Detroit:
*. Yes, you can contest the "Recovery of Property" in court.
*. Contact your local housing authority and seek legal advice immediately.
*. Continue to pay your portion of the rent.
*. Keep all communications and payment proofs.
So it would be up to the judge then right
Yes, Arlesley. In Detroit:
*. The judge will make the final decision.
*. Legal representation can help present your case.
*. Keep paying your portion of the rent.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.
So what if he say i can stay but they bring it back up again
In Detroit:
*. If the judge allows you to stay, the landlord must respect the decision.
*. If they refile, you'll be notified and can contest it in court.
*. Keep all rent payment proofs.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.
I still have all my paperwork from last time that was about the rent now they want they property the thing is i never signed a lease with the new landlord
In Detroit:
*. If you didn't sign a new lease, your previous lease may still be valid.
*. If there's no lease, you may be considered a month-to-month tenant.
*. Keep all related documents safe.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.
Yea am s month to month tenant
In Detroit:
*. As a month-to-month tenant, the landlord can terminate the agreement with a *-day notice.
*. Still, eviction requires a court order.
*. Keep all documents and continue to pay your rent.
*. Consult a legal advisor.
I did not get no notice at all
In Detroit:
*. As a tenant, you must receive a proper eviction notice.
*. If you haven't, it may be unlawful.
*. Consult a legal advisor regarding this.
*. Notify your local housing authority immediately.
And i never received a new lease either
In Detroit:
*. If you didn't receive a new lease, the terms of your old lease might still apply.
*. Keep paying your rent and keep all documents safely.
*. Inform your local housing authority.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
What if they still tryna recover their property
In Detroit:
*. The landlord must follow legal processes to recover their property.
*. You can contest this action in court.
*. Inform your local housing authority.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately for further assistance.
What if u did not sign anything with the new landlord but still tryna reclaim their property
In Detroit:
*. If no new lease was signed, the terms of your old lease might still apply.
*. The landlord must follow legal processes for property recovery.
*. Keep all documents, pay your rent.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
No they really can't evict or take the property right
In Detroit:
*. Landlords cannot evict tenants without a court order.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Keep all documents related to your tenancy.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately for further guidance.
I mean no new lease works in my favor right
In Detroit:
*. If no new lease was signed, the terms of your old lease might still apply.
*. This could potentially work in your favor, depending on the terms of the old lease.
*. Consult a legal advisor to understand your rights and obligations better.
The landlord was only responsible * the water bill on the old lease never received a new one
In Detroit:
*. If the old lease states the landlord is responsible for the water bill, this may still apply.
*. Keep your old lease and all related documents.
*. Consult a legal advisor to understand your rights better.
Recovery property * not paying rent but problem is section * the one that owes more
In Detroit:
*. If Section * hasn't paid their part, this is a matter between the landlord and the housing authority.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Inform your housing authority about the "Recovery of Property" notice.
*. Seek legal advice immediately.
They just want they property no more payment * me
In Detroit:
*. Even if the landlord says they want the property back, they must follow legal eviction processes.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Inform the housing authority about this.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
What if they still accept my payment they just want they property and don't want me to pay no more but what if i do
In Detroit:
*. If you continue to pay rent, keep proof of payment.
*. The landlord must follow legal processes for eviction.
*. Inform your housing authority about this situation.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.
What if i receive a recovery of possession should I still pay
In Detroit:
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Keep proof of payment.
*. Notify your housing authority about the "Recovery of Possession".
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
What if they tell me they want no more money they just want they property
In Detroit:
*. Landlords cannot evict tenants without a court order.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Keep all communications and payment proofs.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately for further assistance.
So keep paying my rent even if they want they property back
In Detroit:
*. Yes, continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Keep all communication and payment proofs.
*. Inform your housing authority about your situation.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately for further guidance.
What if its not a money issue they just demanded the property
In Detroit:
*. Even if the landlord demands the property, they must follow legal eviction procedures.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Keep all communication and payment proofs.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
What if they just want they property back
In Detroit:
*. The landlord must follow legal procedures for eviction, even if they want the property back.
*. Continue paying your portion of the rent.
*. Inform your housing authority about this.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.
What if i can still make payments but they say they don't want no money they just want they property back thats is all
In Detroit:
*. Even if they refuse your rent, keep proof you attempted to pay.
*. They must follow legal eviction procedures regardless.
*. Inform your housing authority.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
So if i got proof of everything they should help my situation
In Detroit:
*. Yes, keeping proof of all payments and communications can be beneficial.
*. It helps provide evidence of your compliance with your responsibilities as a tenant.
*. Keep informing your housing authority.
*. Legal advice is crucial for further guidance.
Even if they just want they property
In Detroit:
*. Yes, even if the landlord wants the property back, they must follow legal eviction procedures.
*. Continue to pay your portion of the rent and keep proof.
*. Inform your housing authority.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately.
I recieved a summons for recovery of possession but i still have all the proof
In Detroit:
*. If you received a "Recovery of Possession" summons, you have the right to a court hearing.
*. Keep all your proofs safe as they can be crucial.
*. Notify your housing authority about this.
*. Consult a legal advisor immediately for further guidance.
I have proof that was * rent the first time it was dismissed now its * recovery of possession
In Detroit:
*. If an eviction case was dismissed but a "Recovery of Property" case is filed, it's a separate issue.
*. Still, you've the right to contest it in court.
*. Notify your housing authority of this development.
*. Consult a legal advisor for further guidance.