Property Management
A Nevada tenant is 15 days late on rent. What legal process must a landlord follow to begin eviction?
AImmediately file for eviction in court without any notice
BServe a proper 7-Day Pay or Quit Notice for nonpayment of rent under NRS 40.253 before filing for eviction✓ Correct
CSend a 30-day notice to vacate with no opportunity to cure
DChange the locks after 10 days of non-payment without court involvement
Explanation
Under NRS 40.253, before a Nevada landlord can file for eviction due to nonpayment of rent, they must first serve the tenant with a proper written notice — a 7-Day Pay or Quit Notice for residential tenants (or 5-day for commercial).
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