Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Iowa

Collecting back rent from tenant who no longer lives in apt
I own a house and have 4 tenants. One of my tenants moved in and lived here for 3 months and then moved out without notice and has not paid me any rent. He did not have a job at the time but now he does. I have talked to him via phone until the last few weeks as he won't return my calls. I have all my tenants sign a contract. What will it cost me to get a judgement so I can garnish his wages and can I charge him interest for the back rent he owes me? Thank you

Asked on 7/26/08, 8:34 am

David Anderson Anderson Business Law LLC

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Re: Collecting back rent from tenant who no longer lives in apt

DO you have tenant's new address?

I would need to review lease to determine collectibility issue. Does lease have attorneys fees clause? If so it may pay to turn over to attorney.

I have been a LL 28 years.

Call or email for assistance.

Answered on 7/26/08, 8:49 am

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