Landlord Question and Answer Forum
I had a tenant move out recently who caused several thousands of dollars in damages to my property. So far, I've tried Transunion and Equifax, as well as LexisNexis debt collection with no success. Does anyone know if it's possible to recover the debt or report it to the credit agencies as an individual, unlicensed landlord?
Myesha D, GA on Wednesday, September 7, 2016
RE: Debt collection
I would report it to a credit agency.
Posted by
Bill F, MS
on
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
RE: Debt collection
I think you need to go to the Justice of the Peace or small claims court if it's under $10,000 and sue them. You need a judgement against them. Then once you get the judgement and file with the Courthouse, they charge interest and you can report Judgment to the credit agencies but the credit agencies will usually automatically see the judgement once it's filed, so best to sue them first and then the credit companies are able to find the judgement themselves, thus affecting their credit.
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