Can a landlord evict someone for no reason in North Carolina?

This question is about North Carolina Eviction Process

Yes, in North Carolina a landlord can evict someone without a specific reason if a written lease agreement has expired or if there is no lease and the tenancy is periodic. In those cases the landlord doesn’t need “cause” like nonpayment or a lease violation to terminate the tenancy, but they must provide proper written notice (e.g., at least 7 days’ written notice to end a month‑to‑month tenancy, or 2 days for week‑to‑week) before beginning the eviction process if the tenant stays. After the notice period expires, the landlord must still file a court eviction (summary ejectment) and obtain a judgment before removing the tenant, they cannot legally force you out on their own.

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