pay rent or quit notice

pay rent or quit notice—residential

A notice to pay rent or quit—also known as an eviction notice or notice to vacate due to late rent—is a written letter demanding a tenant who is late paying rent (1) pay the rent by a certain date or (2) quit (leave or vacate) the premises.

In Michigan, a 'notice to pay rent or quit' is a formal communication from a landlord to a tenant who is behind on rent, giving the tenant a specific period to either pay the overdue rent or vacate the property. Under Michigan law, the notice period is typically seven days. This means the tenant has seven days from the date of the notice to either pay the full amount of rent owed or move out. If the tenant fails to do either, the landlord may then proceed with filing an eviction lawsuit, known as a Summary Proceeding, in the appropriate district court. It's important for both landlords and tenants to understand that this notice is a prerequisite to filing an eviction lawsuit for nonpayment of rent and must be properly served to the tenant. Landlords are advised to consult with an attorney to ensure compliance with all legal requirements and procedures.

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