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North Carolina Landlord & Tenant — Printable Practice Pack
North Carolina state portion · NC Commission rules, provisional broker status and agency agreements · 20 questions · Answer key on the last page · agentexamcoach.com
1.What is the primary purpose of the summary ejectment process in North Carolina?
(A)to recover unpaid rent
(B)to establish a tenant's rights
(C)to determine the amount of security deposit owed
(D)to evict a tenant for breach of lease
2.What is the consequence for a landlord who fails to hold a security deposit in a trust account as required by the NC Tenant Security Deposit Act?
(A)The landlord may be liable for double the deposit amount
(B)The landlord may be subject to a fine
(C)The landlord may be required to pay the tenant's attorney fees
(D)The landlord may lose the right to retain any part of the deposit
3.A landlord in North Carolina must maintain a rental property to ensure it is fit for what purpose?
(A)habitation and meets local building codes
(B)commercial use only
(C)agricultural use only
(D)any use the tenant desires
4.What type of eviction is prohibited in North Carolina?
(A)summary ejectment
(B)unlawful detainer
(C)forcible entry
(D)self-help eviction
5.A landlord in North Carolina has failed to maintain the rental property, resulting in unsafe living conditions. What can the tenant do?
(A)Withhold rent payments until the issues are resolved
(B)File a complaint with the court and seek damages
(C)Terminate the lease and vacate the property
(D)All of the above
6.What must a landlord in North Carolina provide to a tenant within a certain timeframe after the tenant vacates the rental property?
(A)A refund of the full security deposit
(B)A copy of the rental agreement
(C)A notice of termination of the lease
(D)An itemized list of damages and deductions from the security deposit within 30 days
7.What is the purpose of the summary ejectment process in North Carolina?
(A)To allow a landlord to quickly evict a tenant without a court order
(B)To mediate a dispute between a landlord and tenant
(C)To punish a tenant for non-payment of rent
(D)To provide a formal process for a landlord to evict a tenant
8.A tenant in North Carolina has been evicted through the summary ejectment process. What is the next step for the tenant to regain possession of the property?
(A)File an appeal with the court
(B)Pay the outstanding rent and fees
(C)Vacate the premises and find new housing
(D)File a complaint with the NC Real Estate Commission
9.What is the process called when a landlord seeks to evict a tenant in North Carolina?
(A)Summary ejectment
(B)Unlawful detainer
(C)Forcible entry
(D)Eviction by demand
10.Where must a landlord in North Carolina deposit a tenant's security deposit?
(A)Into the landlord's personal bank account
(B)Into a savings account in the tenant's name
(C)Into an escrow account held by a third-party company
(D)Into a trust account maintained by the landlord or property manager
11.A landlord in North Carolina is holding a tenant's security deposit in a trust account. What is the deadline for the landlord to provide an accounting of the deposit after the tenant has vacated the property?
(A)15 days
(B)90 days
(C)60 days
(D)30 days
12.A landlord in North Carolina is considering evicting a tenant for non-payment of rent. What must the landlord do before initiating the summary ejectment process?
(A)Provide the tenant with a 10-day notice to pay or vacate
(B)File a complaint with the court
(C)Terminate the rental agreement in writing
(D)Apply for a writ of possession
13.Where must a landlord in North Carolina hold a tenant's security deposit?
(A)In a trust account with a licensed bank or savings institution
(B)In the landlord's personal bank account
(C)In a separate account with the tenant's name on it
(D)The landlord can choose where to hold the deposit
14.How long does a landlord in North Carolina have to provide an accounting of a tenant's security deposit after the tenant moves out?
(A)10 days
(B)30 days
(C)60 days
(D)The landlord can provide the accounting at any time
15.What is the process called when a landlord in North Carolina seeks to evict a tenant through the court system?
(A)Summary ejectment
(B)Rent escalation
(C)Lease termination
(D)Forcible entry
16.What is the maximum security deposit a landlord can charge for a rental agreement with a term of less than 5 months in North Carolina?
(A)1 month's rent
(B)2 months' rent
(C)1.5 months' rent
(D)3 months' rent
17.What is the purpose of a summary ejectment action in North Carolina?
(A)To evict a tenant for non-payment of rent
(B)To recover a security deposit
(C)To terminate a rental agreement
(D)To seize a tenant's personal property
18.Under the NC Residential Rental Agreements Act, what is a landlord's primary duty to a tenant?
(A)To provide a rental agreement in writing
(B)To maintain the rental property in a fit and habitable condition
(C)To collect a security deposit equal to two months' rent
(D)To disclose all known defects in the property to the tenant
19.If a landlord in NC fails to return a tenant's security deposit within the required time frame, what action must the landlord take?
(A)Send a written explanation for the deduction and return any remaining balance within 30 days
(B)Return the full deposit within 60 days
(C)Keep the full deposit as a penalty
(D)File a lawsuit against the tenant
20.What is the maximum security deposit a landlord can charge for a rental agreement of less than 5 years in North Carolina?
(A)1 month's rent
(B)2 months' rent
(C)3 months' rent
(D)4 months' rent
Answer key & explanations
1. D — The summary ejectment process is used to evict a tenant for breach of lease or non-payment of rent.
2. D — If a landlord fails to hold a security deposit in a trust account, the landlord may lose the right to retain any part of the deposit.
3. A — The NC Residential Rental Agreements Act requires landlords to maintain rental properties to ensure they are fit for habitation.
4. D — Self-help eviction, where a landlord takes the law into their own hands, is prohibited in North Carolina.
5. D — If a landlord fails to maintain the rental property, the tenant has several options, including withholding rent payments, filing a complaint with the court and seeking damages, or terminating the lease and vacating the property.
6. D — The NC Tenant Security Deposit Act requires landlords to provide an itemized list of damages and deductions from the security deposit, along with any remaining balance, to the tenant within 30 days after the tenant vacates the property.
7. D — The summary ejectment process provides a formal method for a landlord to evict a tenant, ensuring that the tenant's rights are protected.
8. A — The tenant can file an appeal with the court to regain possession of the property, but must do so in a timely manner and follow the court's procedures.
9. A — In North Carolina, the process of eviction is called summary ejectment.
10. D — The NC Tenant Security Deposit Act requires landlords to deposit security deposits into a trust account, which must be maintained and used solely for holding tenant security deposits.
11. D — The NC Tenant Security Deposit Act requires landlords to provide an accounting of the security deposit within 30 days after the tenant has vacated the property.
12. A — Before initiating the summary ejectment process, the landlord must provide the tenant with a notice to pay or vacate, typically 10 days.
13. A — Landlords are required to hold security deposits in a trust account with a licensed bank or savings institution.
14. B — The landlord must provide an accounting of the security deposit within 30 days after the tenant moves out.
15. A — The process of evicting a tenant through the court system in North Carolina is called summary ejectment.
16. B — According to the NC Tenant Security Deposit Act, for rental agreements with a term of less than 5 months, the maximum security deposit is 2 months' rent.
17. A — A summary ejectment action is a legal process to evict a tenant for non-payment of rent or other breaches of the rental agreement.
18. B — The NC Residential Rental Agreements Act requires landlords to maintain rental properties in a fit and habitable condition.
19. A — The NC Tenant Security Deposit Act requires landlords to provide a written accounting of any deductions from the security deposit and return any remaining balance within 30 days.
20. B — The NC Tenant Security Deposit Act caps the security deposit at 2 months' rent for rental agreements of less than 5 years.
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