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Overdue Rent For German Flat-Predicament
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No intention of going back or any opportunities in other EU countries now . He's informed me that the jobs being advertised are looking for locals (and not UK people due to Brexit). He's also told me that some other tenants who rented flats from this same landlord didn't get their deposits back so maybe he should wait for any court action. I've never heard of MCOL before.Lover_of_Lycra said:Unsure whats going to happen to all these contractors now. My brother is 63 , so might find it difficult finding permanent work. Maybe there will be a big increase in unemployment stats in the next few months.
Anyhow the German Landlord has now threatened to give the matter to his lawyers for the 3k that my brother owes him (even though he owes by brother about 2k deposit). He's adding 4% per month for non-payment and won't agree to allow time to pay. Seems a bit harsh consdering by brother has paid over £140k over 7 yrs without default but maybe he's got his own mortgage to pay on this flat.
My brother can't pay so now just waiting for the demands and court action.
Still a bit wary that even if my brother pays the 3k , that the landlord might not pay the 2k deposit . Wonder if the German courts take the net debt under consideration and allow my brother time to pay?
Does your brother have any intention to live or work in Germany again? Even if the landlord does take your brother to court I can't see how any judgement could be enforced if your brother is outside of Germany. If you file a MCOL in England you need and address in England or Wales for the defendant otherwise you'll fall at the first hurdle.
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