Posted on 03/28/2024 12:29:11 PM PDT by DallasBiff
Squatting is on the rise: Across the country, homeowners have returned to their vacant properties only to discover that squatters have broken in, made themselves comfortable, and are refusing to leave.
Even worse, very little can be done to get them out.
KIRO 7 News in Washington reported last fall on Rainer Valley homeowner Jason Roth, who had a tenant who was no longer making rent payments but refused to leave the property. Without that rental income, Roth was forced to give up his own home and live in his car. Meanwhile, his squatter was not only living in Roth’s property rent-free, but also renting out the basement on Airbnb
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Florida made a law against squatters yesterday. If someone moves in, call the police and the police will arrest them.
Put out a no trespassing sign and if someone enters the home have them arrested for trespassing. Install an alarm system and if there is a break in, you will be notified. Have the police arrest them for breaking and entering.
Use ADT or some such service. The date & timme of the incursion will be recorded and they call you & the police.
He don't like squatters much.
He goes all rowsey bowsey.
Can we have guards like the demonRATS?
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