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Fox 31 Interviews R&H About Paying Back Rent

Nov 30, 2022
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Christopher DavlinPartner | 18 years of experience
Christopher “Kit” Davlin
Christopher “Kit” Davlin
Christopher DavlinPartner 18 years of experience

A Colorado man was shocked when he was served with a collections notice for $25,000 which included $18,000 in back rent. He moved out of his condominium complex more than 18 months prior and thought he left on good terms.

Denver’s Fox 31 Problem Solvers turned to Robinson & Henry Civil Litigation Attorney Christopher “Kit” Davlin for his legal expertise.

Kit told Fox 31 that good record-keeping is the solution to most disputes, especially those that involve financial payments.

“The danger in all of this is people won’t remember the situation in the same way,” Kit said. “Whether that’s via cash, ask for a signed receipt, if that’s Venmo or a cash transaction through your bank, then you’ve got those receipts. Without those records, it comes down to a he-said-she-said type of situation.” 

Even with a lease, Kit recommends that renters get any adjustments to a payment schedule in writing.

“People like to do deals with a handshake. I do deals with a handshake all the time, but that’s something like, ‘I’ll pay you to mow my lawn,'” Kit said.

Landlords in Colorado must adhere to the state’s rigorous laws. Failure to comply may result in legal action from tenants or former tenants. Our Eviction & Landlord-Tenant Lawyers help landlords stay within the confines of Colorado law. Call 303-688-0944 to begin your free initial case assessment.

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