Your tenant / squatter nightmare stories ?

Dolby said:
... and ... the neighbour has sent us a photo of a moving truck outside the unit :)

We couldn't make it - but we asked people to go check and they've confirmed she's moving and will be out by 14:00 :) A few days later than the eviction order - but we cannot wait. We're disabling all accesses etc at 14:00 !

South Africa need to update their laws so this doesn't happen again, but they won't
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At last :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
 
Very glad that you got a favorable outcome after your tedious battle. Its been a rollercoaster ride and Im just reading. Cant imagine the relief you must be feeling right now, like a ton of bricks off your shoulders.
 
Dolby said:
... and ... the neighbour has sent us a photo of a moving truck outside the unit :)

We couldn't make it - but we asked people to go check and they've confirmed she's moving and will be out by 14:00 :) A few days later than the eviction order - but we cannot wait. We're disabling all accesses etc at 14:00 !

South Africa need to update their laws so this doesn't happen again, but they won't
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Remember to call a locksmith and replace the locks.
 
It looks like my US visa wont get renewed, and I dont want to mess with DHS.

In all likelihood, I will back in SA in the next 6 to 8 weeks and will have to go to the property and fight with the tenants.

The law in SA certainly doesnt favour the home owner!
 
Dolby said:
... and ... the neighbour has sent us a photo of a moving truck outside the unit :)

We couldn't make it - but we asked people to go check and they've confirmed she's moving and will be out by 14:00 :) A few days later than the eviction order - but we cannot wait. We're disabling all accesses etc at 14:00 !

South Africa need to update their laws so this doesn't happen again, but they won't
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Don't get slack with relief that she's gone - make sure you register her where ever possible.
 
newby_investor said:
Depending on the locks, you can probably actually DIY. Builders or your local hardware stall sells them, you mostly just need a screwdriver to remove the old one and put a new one in.
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Gate locks usually require a drill, a 4mm drill bit and a riveter to replace. Takes 5 minutes.
 
Am so happy the outcome was good. Costly battle but still really happy that your battle is over. I waited the entire weekend for an update!
 
Dolby said:
... and ... the neighbour has sent us a photo of a moving truck outside the unit :)

We couldn't make it - but we asked people to go check and they've confirmed she's moving and will be out by 14:00 :) A few days later than the eviction order - but we cannot wait. We're disabling all accesses etc at 14:00 !

South Africa need to update their laws so this doesn't happen again, but they won't
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So relieved for you.
 
TEXTILE GUY said:
It looks like my US visa wont get renewed, and I dont want to mess with DHS.

In all likelihood, I will back in SA in the next 6 to 8 weeks and will have to go to the property and fight with the tenants.

The law in SA certainly doesnt favour the home owner!
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That sucks big time dude... But yeah, Def don't fsck with DHS.
 
Dolby said:
So went there last night ...., and not too bad actually.

3 x broken lights and a broken door handle, but it's alright. Filthy though!
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Hope you took your hand sanitizer, probably left you corona for your troubles :-P
 
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