Reading: My tenant, who moved in just four months ago, hasn’t been consistent with rent payments. They’ve only paid for two months, despite my repeated reminders. I’ve been receiving cash payments directly into my bank account. What can I do to ensure timely payments? Can I evict them before the end of our 22-month lease agreement? Is it alright to accept rent in cash?

My tenant, who moved in just four months ago, hasn’t been consistent with rent payments. They’ve only paid for two months, despite my repeated reminders. I’ve been receiving cash payments directly into my bank account. What can I do to ensure timely payments? Can I evict them before the end of our 22-month lease agreement? Is it alright to accept rent in cash?

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Apni Law

2 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Landlord / Tenant › My tenant, who moved in just four months ago, hasn’t been consistent with rent payments. They’ve only paid for two months, despite my repeated reminders. I’ve been receiving cash payments directly into my bank account. What can I do to ensure timely payments? Can I evict them before the end of our 22-month lease agreement? Is it alright to accept rent in cash?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My tenant, who moved in just four months ago, hasn’t been consistent with rent payments. They’ve only paid for two months, despite my repeated reminders. I’ve been receiving cash payments directly into my bank account. What can I do to ensure timely payments? Can I evict them before the end of our 22-month lease agreement? Is it alright to accept rent in cash?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Under Indian law, you can issue a legal notice to your tenant demanding the overdue rent. If they fail to respond or pay within the stipulated time, you can pursue eviction proceedings. However, eviction before the lease term ends is permissible only under specific circumstances like rent default, and should be done legally with a court order. Accepting rent in cash is not illegal but poses risks for proof and record-keeping. It’s advisable to shift to a documented payment method like bank transfers for better evidence.