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Will2428 OP t1_j8qd362 wrote

I’m only asking because I see that I have something coming from my landlord tomorrow. I’m a month back on rent. Which he knew about I had of time and agreed it was OK to pay double in March. But I have no written agreement

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Der_Missionar t1_j8qds2x wrote

Seriously? Mail is the most official way of sending legal letters.

But honestly. It's likely just a note that you're late on rent.

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Tria821 t1_j8qgxov wrote

Replying to Will2428 (#1,827,037)

It may well be a letter reminding you because IF you don't pay double in March as you verbally agreed to, he is one step ahead in the magistrate's eyes when it comes time to file for eviction/possession. Normally you aren't in danger until something is sent certified. For really bad situations a constable will hand deliver it to you or post it on your door.

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KardashianLifeCode t1_j8qh0o4 wrote

Could be a belated Valentine’s card. If you’re lucky, there’ll be a treat attached.

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artificialavocado t1_j8qlzjz wrote

I’m not a lawyer but my understanding in PA eviction orders come from the magistrates office and typically take 90 days. Philadelphia is allowed to have a slightly different process I believe but I’m not sure being a month late is enough. You should probably search PA eviction law and Philadelphia eviction law.

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IamSauerKraut t1_j8rwfea wrote

Replying to Will2428 (#1,827,107)

Is it sarcastic to suggest you pay your rent sooner than mid-month unless you are supposed to pay mid-month? Maybe.

Why does he want to toss you out?

First class mail is a legal form to deliver legal notices.

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IamSauerKraut t1_j8rx0v0 wrote

Replying to Will2428 (#1,827,319)

You both have discussed the situation. You suggest you know what is coming. You have been put on notice. First class is legal.

You can always fight it on that basis in court, but I doubt Philly judges will put much weight into that type of argument. Pay your rent or move. Landlord has bills, too. Property tax, mortgage, etc.

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Unlikely-Hawk416 t1_j8su0f2 wrote

philadelphia has a eviction diversion program. that is step one before eviction. Should get that first.

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hardtofindusernames t1_j8t74oq wrote

Mot an eviction notice cause not time for that yet. But probably a demand to pay rent. they’re probably sending it certified mail, return receipt requested. Even if you don’t open it, they’re going to have proof that it was delivered which covers them as far as their responsibility goes as far as I know.

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CrzyDave t1_j8u99uo wrote

If it isn’t hand delivered- landlord must post the notice on the door AND send a copy in the regular mail. I’m not a Philly landlord though. Last time I did an eviction this was PA law.

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Squashey t1_j8uf51c wrote

Maybe if you didn’t gamble all your money away you could afford rent… but this is not illegal of your landlord.

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000111000000111000 t1_j8urcj2 wrote

I've been through this.... in order through it to be legally enforced, it has to go through a court. It should be served through a process server, which is normally a constable in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or by certified mail. To be honest, once an eviction notice to quit/vacate process starts, it can take 6 months or more to actually be enforced if you or your attorney are versed in the law.

I've successfully brought action against a landlord who tried to evict my family illegally without an attorney because I used free resources available to do my research.

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Sergeant_Gunface t1_j8v983z wrote

Please find help for your gambling problem, and quit lying to yourself and others. There’s resources out there, you just have to put fourth the effort. I know how addiction can be, albeit drugs in my case. But please man take all the help you can get that isn’t in the form of loans. I wish you the best, you can turn your situation around.

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