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⚖️ Rent & Possession vs. Unlawful Detainer: Choosing the Right Case Can Save You Time In Missouri, landlords typically have two options when filing for eviction: 👉 Rent & Possession or👉 Unlawful Detainer Understanding the difference isn’t just technical — it can directly impact how fast you regain possession and how much resistance you face in court. 🏠 Rent & Possession This is the most common filing when: The tenant is still under a lease, and They’ve failed to pay rent Y

From Foreclosure to Fully Renovated I’m excited to share a personal milestone with you—I recently completed my first BRRRR project. As someone who regularly works with landlords and real estate investors, it was incredibly rewarding to go through the process myself and experience the same challenges and victories that many of my clients face. 📍 Property Overview Address: 2900 Caroline St., St. Louis, MO 63104 Purchase Price (Foreclosure Auction): $140,000 Rehab Investmen

We hear this all the time: “My tenant destroyed my property… and didn’t pay X months in rent… what can I do to get my money back?” It’s one of the most frustrating situations a landlord can face. You’ve already lost months of rent, had to go through the eviction process, and now you’re staring at thousands of dollars in damages. Naturally, the next question is: “Can I sue them and collect?” The Hard Truth About Collections Yes — you can absolutely obtain a judgment for unpaid

When a tenant moves out, most landlords focus on one immediate question: What should I do about the security deposit? But there’s another step that’s just as important — and often overlooked:👉 Obtaining a valid forwarding address. 1. Required for Proper Security Deposit Handling Under Missouri law, the forwarding address is critical to: Send the itemized list of deductions , and Return any remaining security deposit within the required time. Without a forwarding address,

One of the most common questions landlords ask us is simple: “How long will my eviction take?” For our $550 Rent & Possession evictions , the short answer is:👉 On average, 45–60 days from filing to possession. That said, there are situations where an eviction can take longer — sometimes significantly longer — and understanding why helps set realistic expectations. What the Typical Timeline Looks Like In a straightforward case with no complications, the process generally