if youtell a landlord you cant afford the rent any longer what is the proper eviction procedure?

Answer 1

It depends on the state and what state statute says. But, in Ohio, you are served a "notice to leave the premises" by the landlord. The NTLP gives you 30 days to get out. Then after the 30th day, the landlord can enter and forceably remove you by putting your stuff on the curb.

Answer 2

It very much depends on where you live. In many states if your rent is due and you don't have it the landlord can give you a "Three Day Notice To Pay Rent or Quit.", which means if you can't pay in three days you are demanded to move. If you do not move, the landlord, in most states is required to file an "Unlawful Detainer" against you (a court case to seek return of the premises and money owed and court costs); this case is usually heard with-in two weeks. If you lose, the landlord and/or court will have the sheriff/marshall come and forcibly evict you with-in days.
One exception to this rule is in some states, if you do not respond to the "3 Day Notice To Pay or Quit" (respond by paying or filing a response in court), the landlord can immediately file with the sheriff to evict you.I

Answer 3

Try and make a deal with them. Be honest. If you are a really good tenant and their circumstances allow it, they may be willing to work with you on the rent amount.

How much is your security deposit? If you have at least a months security, they may be willing to apply that towards one months rent in order to give you time to move.

Each area has their own eviction procedure. Some places are much faster than others. It's best to find out the law in your area.

Answer 4

Here's your laws on tenants in your state http://www.uslandlord.com/ you also have legal resources and much more.
Just go to Laws & Statutes and then go to your state.