- Q - What is an eviction?
- A - An eviction is a law suit filed by the landlord/owner of the property in justice court to retrieve possession of the property and any backrent owed.
- Q - How long does the process take?
- A - It usually takes about 15 to 25 days for us to get your case in court and
heard by a judge.
- Q - What happens if we go to court and tenants still don't leave?
- A - We then will have to go to the next step in the eviction process. It is called "Writ of Possession".
- Q - What is a "Writ of Possession?
- A -It is the judges' court order for the Sheriff to go to the property and post a red tag on the door, warning the tenant hey will be back in 24 hours to over see or force them out of the property.
- Q - Do you offer tennant screening services?
- A -Yes, we screen the tenant for other eviction cases, or civil suits or criminal cases
against them for our customers.
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- Q - Who provides the labor or crew to move out the furniture and other belongings?
- A - The owner of the property is responsible to provide movers and locksmiths at the property at the time of writ of possession.
- Q - How many people should I bring?
- A - The Constable will want you to bring a minimum of 4 active movers working... NOT SITTING AROUND.
- Q - What happens if I am out of the state and don't have anybody to meet the Constable for writ of possession?
- A - We have a crew that can handle the move for you.
- Q - How much does your crew cost?
- A - It depends on the county the property is in and the size of the property, but on average, the fee is around $150.00 an hour.
You will have to call for full details and cost analysis of service.
Note* this quote is based on House 3-2-2 1,100 to 1,500. Total expense could be more.
- Q - How do I get keys?
- A - After the writ of possession is completed you can meet us to get keys or come by our office or we can mail them to you if that would be more convenient.
- Q - What happens if the tenant comes back after we
leave the property with the Constable and breaks in or kicks the door
down?
- A - Now all you have to do is call the local police, the tenant is now trespassing and the police will take care of them for you.
- Q - Can I cancel the eviction?
- A - Yes. You can cancel the eviction at any time. Just call us and we will refund whatever money that is owed to you.
- Q - Can I get my money back after 3 days?
- A - No, because we would have already sent letters
and paid your court cost to the judge, which represents our expense to
handle your case, you will not receive a refund after 3 days. You should
ask the tenant for this expense!!
- Q - What happens if tenant want to give me half payment of some money?
- A - Call us and we need to go over the pros and cons of taking money while the eviction is being pursued. We need to show you how to do the math so you want to void the eviction. -- CALL US FIRST!!
- Q - Can we speed up the process? We really need them
out fast
- A - No. Everybody has to follow the steps set out in the Texas Property Code. Anything faster is not a legal eviction and we have no control of time lines on the eviction process. Please do not ask for anything faster than the law allows... We can't do anything to speed it up. IT IS OUT OF OUR HANDS!!!
- Q - Can I go and change the locks?
- A - No. You need to call for details about why it's not a good idea.
- Q - Do I have to come to court?
- A - No. We will handle everything for you. There is no need for you to appear unless you have a very difficult case that will require you to testify in front of the judge.
- Q - Can the tenant appeal the eviction?
- A - Yes. The tenant will have 5 days after the judge
rules in your favor to appeal the judges decision.
- Q - What happens if the tenant appeals?
- A - The Justice of the Peace will send your case to a higher court to be reheard - (Court Level is County Court of Law in the next Court Level).
- Q - What do I do if they appeal?
- A - We will have one of our attorney's re-do the case. This is not a problem because we can handle and get everything ready on this level also.
- Q - How long will it take if it is appealed?
- A - It usually takes about 10 days to get the case set and a court date in County Court of Law.
- Q - How much are my fees if the judgment is appealed?
- A - All cases are different, but on average attorney's will be between $450.00 and $500.00. Call for details and a break down of fees.
- Q - What if the tenant damages my property or destroys my property?
- A - You can sue them in small claims court for those
damages. Note and take pictures and video of the damages and keep receipts
of cleaning and repair work done as documentation for court.
- Q - Can I use Metroplex Eviction Services for damage cases?
- A - Yes. We have attorney's that will handle the suit for damages for you. Call for details and prices.