Legal action to recover rent from tenant

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  1. Klo

    Klo New Member

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    Hello
    I was just wondering if anyone has ever taken legal action against a tenant to recover lost rent and damage? We have a delightful tenant who decided 6 months ago to stop paying rent. Finally today after numerous tribunal hearings she is gone, but she's also left the house trashed. Literally **** on the walls. We are considering legal action but don't want to fork out more $$ for nothing. The house is located in NSW. Any info would be appreciated.
     
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  2. Terry_w

    Terry_w Lawyer, Tax Adviser and Mortgage broker in Sydney Business Member

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    I have. But do they have any assets from which you can recover the money?
     
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    Probably not, but was thinking we could have an enforceable repayment plan off of any benefits she receives from government. Don't care if she is forced to pay back $50 per week for 20 years.
     
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    Sorry, but your not hoping....only dreaming.
     
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    Klo New Member

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    I know - currently in anger revenge mode
     
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  6. Terry_w

    Terry_w Lawyer, Tax Adviser and Mortgage broker in Sydney Business Member

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    I had a judgment for about $2400 many years ago and just let it slid. Not worth the hassle.
     
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    People like that, you can hang them upside down and shake them, you'll be lucky if a ball of fluff falls out. Lick your wounds and move on.
     
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    Tanya1335 Well-Known Member

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    Agree, even if you won the case, getting any money over the bond is almost impossible, even with a payment plan.
     
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  9. Gockie

    Gockie Life is good ☺️ Premium Member

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    Do you have landlords insurance?
     
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  10. 8650

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    Not sure on the legalities in NSW but could possibly go to court again for damages and with the court order enlist a debt collection agency to try and recover the debt for you. i think this would be the only possible way you may receive any money from her.
     
    8650, 26th Jul, 2017
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