The LPA Newsletter January 17, 2013
Dear Fellow Landlord
Since state laws vary slightly on some issues, such as notice periods, evictions and other limitations, some common questions I hear from landlords are, "How many days do I have to.... " , or "Is there a time limit ..." , or "How much late fee...", etc. Below, I've listed some common questions for legal notice periods, state statutes of limitations and late fee maximums along with the corresponding answers and links. I hope you find them helpful!
In this newsletter:
- Limitations - How many days do I have to
- Ask the Attorney, Real Estate Attorney, John Reno
- Quotes for Success
Please e-mail us if you have any questions or would like to add or share any material / information. Have a great month and an even more successful year ahead.
John Nuzzolese
John@theLPA.com
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- How many days notice do I need to give my tenant to Pay or Quit?
 State Specific Notice Period Chart
Your LPA Lease default clause explains the notice period and procedure the landlord should follow when a tenant defaults on the rent.
View or print the State Specific Notice Period Chart to determine the proper amount of days notice needed to cure the default for non payment of rent. Used for Notice to Pay Rent or Quit form.
- How many days written notice must I give to my tenant when I tell him to leave?
State Specific Notice Period Chart
Also lists the written notice periods required to terminate tenancy or non-renew a lease or rental agreement.
- How long do I have to return the security settlement to my tenant after he vacates?
Security Deposit Return Time Chart State by State
View or print the Security Deposit Return Chart. Avoid lawsuits and comply with state security deposit return laws. Know your state's time limit to return the security deposit and/or notify tenants of deductions from deposits.
- How long do I have to start legal action to collect a debt from my tenant?
Statute of Limitations State Chart on Debts
This state chart makes it easy for you to look up your state's Statute of Limitations.
- How many days should pass before I charge my tenant a late fee?
And is there a limit on how much I can charge? The LPA State Lease Clause Index will allow you look up your state requirements and limitations if any concerning late fees.
- How many days before my tenant vacates should I send a Move-out Instructions Reminder letter?
Move Out Instructions Reminder Letter has become an important time and money saver. We send this form to the tenants about a week or two
before the tenants vacate. It reminds them specifically of certain tasks and cleaning they should perform in order to get
a full security refund. This letter instructs the tenants how to lock up and secure the rental until it can be inspected by the landlord/management, and also where and how the tenants should return all keys.
We have found this form to be very effective helping tenants to be more cooperative and considerate on the way out.
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Ask the Attorney
 The Landlord Protection Agency® presents John Reno, Esq., a highly experienced Landlord - Tenant attorney based on Long Island, NY.
John Reno also does Mortgage Loan Modifications (Nationwide).
(Mention The LPA for a 10% discount!)
Dear Mr. Reno:
I just purchased a rental property with a non paying tenant who does not have any utilities on. The lease i have from the previous landlord ends in July. I have sent him a letter that states he has 14 day to pay or i will start the eviction process. Is this the correct process or can i do something to get him out sooner? Thanks
Wade KY
A: You're on the right track. You stand in the shoes of your predecessor. He would be evicting for non-pay, so should you.
If you have a landlord tenant problem you'd like to ask a question about, please feel free to e-mail me your question.
Submit a landlord / tenant question for Mr. Reno
Please try to keep your questions as short and to the point as possible.
Read more from John Reno, Eviction Attorney
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Quotes for Success
"The best way to avoid tenant problems is to avoid problem tenants." - John @ TheLPA
"Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambition. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you too can become great." - Mark Twain
"Luck = Labor Under Correct Knowledge." - Unknown
"The more clarity you have, the more powerful your goals are." - Robert G. Allen
"How much did your last tenant problem cost you? I expect your LPA Membership and arsenal of Essential Landlord Forms to save you from countless pitfalls and thousands of dollars on tenant related expenses in the coming years!"
- John Nuzzolese
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