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By: Jeff Wilkins

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Mary’s landlord visited her and gave her a letter stating that he would offer her money if she voluntarily vacated the rental unit. This is better known as a ‘Cash for Keys’ deal. 

The landlord told Mary she has to sign an N11 form (Agreement to End the Tenancy) right away, or he would evict her at the end of the month. Must Mary sign the N11? She has lived there for four years and does not want to leave. What can she do?

Mary cannot be forced to sign the N11 form. She has the right to get legal advice to determine whether to sign the form and when she should do so. If Mary signed the N11 under duress (felt forced to do so), she should immediately seek legal help.

To evict Mary, the landlord must serve Mary with a proper