Late Payment Letter

DO NOT PRINT THIS WEBPAGE. USE IT AS A GUIDE TO CREATE YOUR OWN LETTER.

Click here to download a copy of this sample letter in PDF format.

Date:__________
Tenant’s Name:__________
Tenant’s  Address: __________

Dear, __________

n the past, we have accepted your late payment of rent along with late charges. Please be advised that we will no longer be able to accept your rent later than [time] _________ on [day of the month] _______.

If your rent payment is not received by [time] _________ on [day of the month] _______, we will proceed with eviction.

This letter is also to inform you that your rent will not be accepted for the month of ________________
until your present $ _____________ balance is paid in full.

[Landlord/property owner] _______________________________ is exercising his/her option to demand
payment by money order or cashier’s check. Personal checks will not be accepted.

Your prompt attention to these matters will be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Landlord’s Name:__________
Address and Phone Number:__________

DO NOT COPY THIS PARAGRAPH…
PLEASE NOTE: Fair Housing Contact Service (FHCS) seeks to be accurate in providing general housing information to prospective and existing tenants, landlords, home seekers, housing providers, and the general public. It recognizes that errors may occur and that these errors will be corrected when discovered. The information presented here is only intended to provide readers with information and guidance, and is not intended to be legal advice. WE ARE NOT ATTORNEYS. If you need legal advice, please seek the aid of an attorney.