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Maryland Landlord Tenant possession
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Eviction Notices for Nonpayment of Rent in Maryland
Failing to pay rent is a common reason for a landlord to evict a tenant. In Maryland, a landlord can begin the eviction process as soon as a tenant fails to pay rent when it is due. A landlord will start the eviction lawsuit by filing a complaint in the district court of the county where the rental property is located. check to learn more.
The Maryland eviction process has some unusual aspects that favor the landlord in most respects. Most reasons for evictions are for nonpayment of rent. While most states give a tenant just a few days to a few weeks to comply with a notice to quit for failure to pay rent, the Maryland eviction process does not specify a notice period. check to learn more.