If my landlord lowers my rent, can he still charge me late fees on the old rental amount?
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If my landlord lowers my rent, can he still charge me late fees on the old rental amount?
About 5 months ago my landlord lowered my rent to $500 because his property is in foreclosure. The previous rental amount was $900. My landlord is charging me late fees based on the old rental amount. The current rental amount is also listed on the MLS paperwork. Is it legal for him to charge late fees based on the old rate?
Asked on April 5, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Nevada
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
No, and what your landlord is doing is fraudulent. This is an issue that will not only impact you but his foreclosure status. Sounds like he is also setting up to file bankruptcy. At this point, contact the lender (very easy to find through the registry of deeds if possible) and indicate that you are being charged late fees for a changed tenancy term and provide the tenancy term. Also file a complaint with the consumer protection agency who handles your landlord tenant matters and disputes and provide the documentation showing the tenancy monetary fee had changed but your landlord is still charging late rent on the old amount. Print a copy of the MLS paperwork. You may wind up having to sue him if this issue is not resolved by one of the two options below.
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