Landlords in Distress: When Unscrupulous Tenants Become a Nightmare

For many landlords, renting out a property can quickly turn into a real obstacle course. Between refusals to vacate, unpaid rent, and the production of false documents, disputes with unscrupulous tenants are on the rise. And when it comes to recovering one's property or what is owed to them, the procedures are long, costly, and often frustrating.

Here's an overview of the situations that are pushing some homeowners to their limits. These are recent articles published by the Capital website.

Tenants refusing to leave the accommodation

For Olivier, the owner of an apartment in Créteil, the situation became hellish when his tenant refused to leave after the end of his lease. Despite giving proper notice, the tenant decided to stay, claiming he had not found another place to live. A distraught Olivier had no choice but to take the matter to court to have the lease terminated and obtain an eviction order. But between the referral to the court, the intervention of a judicial commissioner, and the request for assistance from the police, the months dragged on. This unfortunately common situation is made worse by the backlog in the courts. (Source: Capital article from 03/10/2025)

False documents and unpaid bills: a double penalty for owners

For Aline, an apartment owner in Lyon, the trouble began when she discovered that her tenant had provided fake pay slips to secure the apartment. But worse was yet to come: the tenant quickly stopped paying the rent, plunging Aline into dire financial straits. While using forgery is theoretically punishable, initiating criminal proceedings is complex and often ineffective. The only real option remains legal action for non-payment, but even here, the delays are long and the outcome uncertain. (Source: Capital article from 05/13/2025)

The over-indebtedness procedure: a dead end for owners

In a small town in Auvergne, the mayor found himself faced with a tenant who had accumulated more than €7,000 in unpaid rent before filing an over-indebtedness application. As a result, the rental debt was simply erased by the over-indebtedness commission. Worse still, the tenant continued to accumulate unpaid rent while filing a second over-indebtedness application, which was again accepted. For this small town of 1,000 inhabitants, the situation is untenable. Current regulations appear largely in favor of tenants, leaving landlords helpless in the face of this type of abuse. (Source: Capital article from 03/14/2025)

Considerable financial losses

For Romain, the owner of an apartment in Haute-Savoie, the ordeal already amounts to nearly 25,000 euros in unpaid rent and legal fees. Despite several payment orders issued by a bailiff, his tenant continues to remain in the premises without paying anything. The waiting times for a court hearing are interminable, and even if the decision is favorable, the actual eviction cannot take place before the end of the winter break. A situation that has plunged Romain into a real financial impasse. (Source: Capital article from 06/03/2025)

The solution proposed by Betterloc: a more secure civil lease for owners

Faced with these recurring difficulties, Betterloc offers an alternative solution: a civil lease, distinct from traditional residential leases. In this type of contract, the tenant is a company that does not benefit from the same legal protections as a private tenant. If the company fails to fulfill its obligations, such as in the case of non-payment of rent, a simple summary procedure allows the landlord's rights to be asserted and a swift eviction to be obtained.

In addition to this guarantee against unpaid rent, the civil lease offered by Betterloc offers other advantages to landlords: no rental vacancies, flexible lease terms, and no excessive tenant protection. In return, the lease allows the property to be sublet for short or medium-term periods, in a legal and regulated manner. Finally, since the property becomes a working tool for the subletting company, it is constantly maintained to guarantee an impeccable welcome for each guest. Therefore, at the end of the lease, the owner receives their property back in perfect condition.

With Betterloc, landlords benefit from enhanced security. The civil lease offers a reassuring alternative that avoids the pitfalls of a long and complex procedure. For those looking to rent out their property with complete peace of mind, this solution deserves serious consideration.