Eviction Notice Legal Steps

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If tenants in Maine refuse to sign a new lease but continue to live in the property and pay rent, they may be considered at-will tenants. Landlords can send a written reminder for lease signing. If there is no response, landlords can issue an eviction notice. The Maine eviction process includes providing a written eviction notice, allowing a cure period for the tenant to rectify the lease violation, and filing an eviction lawsuit if the tenant fails to comply after the cure period. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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I recently bought rental properties. The tenants were informed of the change and were given notice that there would be a new month to month lease agreement. The had a specific amount of time to sign the new agreement but they have not been in to sign them and they have not been in touch.
Hello ****. In Maine, if tenants continue to live in the rental property and pay rent without signing the new lease, they may be considered at-will tenants. Here are the steps you may consider:
- Send a written reminder for lease signing.
- If no response, consider a notice for eviction.
- Consult a local attorney for specific advice.
I am legal to send a notice of eviction for not signing the new lease.
Yes, ****, you are legally allowed to send an eviction notice if the tenant refuses to sign the new lease. However, it's advisable to follow the Maine eviction process, which includes:
- Providing a written eviction notice
- Allowing a cure period for the tenant to rectify the lease violation
- Filing an eviction lawsuit if the tenant fails to comply after the cure period.
OK thank you so much.
You're welcome, ****! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. Good luck with your rental properties.