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I'm a PA landlord. Rent is due on first of the month, and the grace period expires at 6 pm on the sixth of each month. How long do I need to wait after the grace period expires before I can file a legal complaint?
Robert L, VA on Friday, May 11, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
Sorry for the title typo...Did it on my iPhone.
Posted by Robert L, VA on Friday, May 11, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
I file mine on the 15th, not sure about PA law or if there are other legal considerations in your state.
Posted by Curtis B, IN on Saturday, May 12, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
I would start with 10 day notice on the 7th day. I give them 5 days, payments after is a $50.00 fee. and would give the 10 day notice to pay or quit. .
Posted by Steven R, NY on Friday, July 6, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
$50.00 late fee
Posted by Steven R, NY on Friday, July 6, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
Can the 10 day notice be an email, or does it have to be a certified letter?
Posted by Robert L, VA on Saturday, July 7, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
I would sent certified. If the tenant claims they didn't get the email, you don't have recourse.
Posted by Dawn A, WI on Sunday, July 8, 2012
RE: How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?
You can post notice on there door.
Posted by Steven R, NY on Monday, July 9, 2012
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