How to avoid arrears when renting your property in Girona

Renting out a property can be an attractive source of passive income, but it also comes with risks, such as tenant defaults. If you find yourself in this situation, it is important to act quickly and decisively to minimize losses and regain possession of your property.

At Actum Advocats, law firm specializing in real estate law in Girona, we have extensive experience in managing cases of default to urban leases. Through this article, we offer you a comprehensive guide to help you prevent and deal with arrears in the rental of your property.

Prevention: essential measures to avoid delinquency

The best way to avoid arrears is to take preventive measures from the beginning of the rental process. Here are some essential tips:

Tenant Selection:

Comprehensive study of the tenant’s profile: Request documentation that proves their financial solvency, such as payslips, employment contracts or income statements.

Requirement of guarantees: It is advisable to request one or more guarantees that guarantee the payment of the rent in case of non-payment.
Drafting a clear and precise rental agreement: The agreement should clearly specify the terms of the lease, including the monthly rent, payment terms, the obligations of both parties and the consequences of non-payment .

During the lease:

Timely tracking of payments: Set up a tracking system to ensure that the tenant meets payment obligations.
Periodic inspections of the property: Perform periodic inspections to verify the condition of the home and detect possible damage or defects.
Smooth communication with the tenant: Maintain smooth communication with the tenant to resolve any issues or incidents that may arise during the tenancy.

Act against arrears: steps to follow

If the tenant stops paying rent, it is important to act quickly and decisively to minimize losses and regain possession of your property. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Notification to the tenant:

Send a reliable notice to the tenant demanding payment of the rent due and warning them of the consequences of non-payment.
You can use a burofax or registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt to send the notification.

2. Negotiation:

Try to reach an amicable agreement with the tenant to set up a payment plan or debt reduction.
It is important to maintain a conciliatory but firm attitude to protect your rights.

3. Judicial claim:

If negotiation is not possible or unsuccessful, a court proceeding for rent claim and eviction must be initiated.
At Actum Advocats, avoid default when renting in Girona, we will accompany you throughout the judicial process, from the drafting of the claim to the execution of the eviction.

Protect your interests with Actum Advocats

At Actum Advocats, law firm with more than 10 years of experience in Girona, we offer a comprehensive service to help you to prevent and deal with arrears in the rental of your property. We offer you:

Personalized advice: We will advise you on the best measures to prevent arrears and protect your interests.

Drafting of rental contracts: We will draft a clear and precise rental contract that guarantees your rights as an owner.

Collection management: We will take care of managing the collection of the income and initiate the necessary legal actions in case of default.
Judicial procedures: We will accompany you throughout the judicial process of income claim and eviction.

Don’t hesitate to contact us to request a free consultation and learn more about how we can help you protect your interests in the rental of your property.

Actum Advocats: your ally for safe and effective rental management of your property in Girona