Landlord Question and Answer Forum

Is an e-mail an acceptable form of end of lease notice to move out or do we need to mail a letter? Most of our communications with our tenant are through e-mail and I have it in the lease that e-mail communications are acceptable but, would an e-mailed 60day notice be enforceable for non-renewal of lease?

I would def send both. Paper trails are always best(certified mail), email... still not a verified form of communication.

Posted by karen s, WI on Monday, February 11, 2013

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Posted by Bob R, CA on Tuesday, February 12, 2013