The process by which a landlord legally removes a tenant from a property is known as ________.

The process by which a landlord legally removes a tenant from a property is known as eviction. This legal action typically occurs when a tenant has violated the terms of their lease agreement, such as failing to pay rent or causing significant damage to the property. Eviction involves a formal procedure that usually requires the landlord to give the tenant notice of the violation and a certain amount of time to correct the issue before proceeding with court action. If the court rules in favor of the landlord, law enforcement may be involved to ensure the tenant vacates the property.

Termination refers to ending the lease agreement but does not imply the legal process of removing a tenant. Default generally relates to failing to meet the obligations outlined in a contract, such as not paying rent, but it does not encompass the legal process of eviction. Foreclosure is a distinct legal process that occurs when a lender takes possession of property due to the mortgage holder's failure to make payments, not related to tenant- landlord relationships. Thus, eviction specifically addresses the landlord’s legal right to remove a tenant under the circumstances defined by law.