Trulia Voices Real Estate Q&A in Napa

Mark
Mark
Home Buyer
Napa

Is it better to use an eviction service or real estate lawyer to have former owner removed from house after?

foreclosure sale in Ca.-Thank you.

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Mike Bolen
Mike Bolen
Real Estate Pro
Napa
Wed Jul 30 2008, 13:47

Most attorneys that handle evictions on a regular basis have a flat fee for service. To my knowledge none of my clients have ever used an "eviction service" so a cannot speak to that. I would simply find a local attorney who specializes in eviction.

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Robbeaux
Robbeaux
Real Estate Pro
Lafayette
Wed Jul 30 2008, 12:51

You may want to offer them "cash for keys"
This should be a written contract that spells out when they must leave(usally 2 weeks), the condition the property must be left in, and the amount they will recieve to leave peacefully. $500 is what most lendors will offer in my area. If you approach the former owner with compassion and understanding and create a small win for them you might save the hassle and expense of eviction plus the cost of a clean out.

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Bert & Sherri M…
Bert & Sherri M…
Real Estate Pro
Ocala
Wed Jul 30 2008, 11:34
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It depends on the situation, please keep in mind that you are dealing with someone that has just lost their home and this can become a dangerous situation. If you have a a disgruntled previous owner you may want to enlist the services of a real estate lawyer. If you feel that this is a peaceful situation then a real estate agent will suffice. Either way, evicting someone is a legal process and must be approached the same way whether it be an agent or a lawyer.

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