If I got a 30 day eviction notice to move, should I have to pay the rent for the 30 days?
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If I got a 30 day eviction notice to move, should I have to pay the rent for the 30 days?
Asked on October 2, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Virginia
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you have to pay rent for that period, since you are still a tenant until the end of it--that is, your tenancy is not legally terminated until the expiration of the notice period. If you do not pay, your landlord could take the unpaid rent out of your security deposit and/or sue you for it.
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