How long before personal property of a renter can be seized for non-payment of rent
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How long before personal property of a renter can be seized for non-payment of rent
Home was given rent free to step-daughter, she has abandoned the property and left her belongings. I need her stuff out to sell the property. What can I do?
Asked on July 12, 2012 under Real Estate Law, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If your step-daughter has left the unit she was renting and abandoned her personal items, you should do the following:
1. write her a note asking that her belongings be picked up within 30 days and if not, then you will abide by your legal options. Keep a copy of the letter for future use and need.
2. if the 30 day time period comes and goes, and if the items are collectively worth less than $300, you can do whatever you want to do with them. If the items are worth more than $300, you need to comply with state statute concerning notice of an auction published in a newspaper and then auction them off. I suggest if an auction is the recourse, you consult with a landlord tenant attorney to assist you.
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