Renters are urged to take action that would prevent eviction

Interview with Dean Dafis, who oversees eviction prevention efforts at state Department of Community Affairs

Rhonda Schaffler, Business Correspondent | December 10, 2021 | Housing, Social Issues

New Jersey tenants are facing an eviction cliff come Jan. 1; that’s when a moratorium will expire for low-income residents who did not pay rent during the pandemic. Renters are not automatically protected from eviction — they must take action before a deadline next week.

Dean Dafis, who oversees eviction prevention efforts at the state Department of Community Affairs, explains.

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