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How long to wait for legal action went rent is late?

Robert L

started a topic over 12 years ago

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?

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Robert L

said over 12 years ago

Sorry for the title typo...Did it on my iPhone.

Curtis B

said over 12 years ago

I file mine on the 15th, not sure about PA law or if there are other legal considerations in your state.

Steven R

said over 12 years ago

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. .

Steven R

said over 12 years ago

$50.00 late fee

Robert L

said over 12 years ago

Can the 10 day notice be an email, or does it have to be a certified letter?

Dawn A

said over 12 years ago

I would sent certified. If the tenant claims they didn't get the email, you don't have recourse.

Steven R

said over 12 years ago

You can post notice on there door.