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They can not evict you but you should let him know that you wont be able to make this months payment. Also pay them what you have by mail and stop paying your rent automatically.
Just give your landlord a call, explain the situation, and see what s/he says. It's better to let your landlord know as far in advance if there's an issue. Chances are, if you've paid your rent on time in the past, they'll be understanding this one time. But I agree with everyone else here, that you should exhaust ALL other avenues before you make a late rent payment.
Just give your landlord a call, explain the situation, and see what s/he says. It's better to let your landlord know as far in advance if there's an issue. Chances are, if you've paid your rent on time in the past, they'll be understanding this one time. But I agree with everyone else here, that you should exhaust ALL other avenues before you make a late rent payment.
Agree, let your landlord know ahead of time while you still have a week or so before Aug 1st that you're going to be late. I know landlords like to have the funds clearing by the 1st day of the month so it's actually in their bank account. That way you know ahead of time what they think of being late with rent plus it's the right thing to do instead of keeping them in the dark about your situation.
When I found myself in a similar situation wringing my hands and biting my nails when I was going through a tough time (thankfully only 2 times with different landlords) they were both very understanding due to the economy and whatnot. They both basically let me do a partial payment and would wait for the rest with the tone of as "long as I get the rent" Though, maybe I was just lucky since I always rent directly from the landlord or building owner; I don't deal with property management companies or brokers.
It's obvious but you should never write a check if you're not sure the funds will be there in your bank account if you're waiting on an electronic transfer; if your check bounces you're looking at potential charges/ fines/ penalties from your bank, your landlord may get in trouble too with their bank and other not fun legal consequences can happen.
In short: tell them this week (the earlier the better) or borrow the money you need from someone, use your credit card if you feel uncomfortable telling them about your financial situation.
A lot of scaremongering here. I know a couple people that live in a big doorman building downtown... They are regularly weeks late with the rent. But guess what - they got a renewal offer.
They're not poor though, just irresponsible.
Get creative: one time I had an ex-girlfriend contact me out of the blue and offer to sleep with me if I helped her make rent.
For everyone who was writing about checks. I would never write a check and then bounce it, but since this landlord only accepts electronic checks (monthly withdrawal), it's not like I can delay the check in the mail. I guess best bet is to let them know in advance.
Close the account. Tell them you have problem with the bank and will be sending them manual check for the next payment. USPS is notorious for losing mail btw. So in case the first one get "lost", you can send them the 2nd one 30 days later.
Keep in mind check is in the mail only work once or twice. After that, there is no credibility left.
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