Property Management
A tenant in Nevada has not paid rent. What is the first step a landlord must take before filing for eviction?
AFile directly with the Justice Court
BServe the tenant a written 7-day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit✓ Correct
CContact NRED for guidance
DSubmit a complaint to the Nevada Housing Division
Explanation
Under NRS 40.253, before filing an eviction (unlawful detainer) action for nonpayment of rent in Nevada, the landlord must first serve the tenant a 7-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit.
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