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I have a rental in Virginia and my tenant is late every month with his rent since his lease begin in November 2017. I send him rent reminders, late rent notices and 5 day or vacate notices. He does not respond until the 5 day pay or vacate notice and he always has a reason why he has not paid. He then gives a date he can pay and he pays by that time it's the 20th or so of the rent due month. By VA law can I end his lease early and/or not accept payment after the date on the 5 day pay or vacate notice. Any guidance is appreciated.

Donna L, VA on Wednesday, February 15, 2017

RE: Consistent late payments

I would contact an attorney to be sure this is done correctly. The rent is being paid but it takes for you to have to send a notice for them to pay. They should definitely be in charge of any fee's associated with them being late on rent at least.

Posted by Bea S, SD on Friday, February 17, 2017

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