Late Rent Notice Template

NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT

TO: [Tenant Name(s)]
    [Property Address]
    [City, State, ZIP Code]

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the rent on the above-described premises is now past due in the amount of $[AMOUNT DUE] for the period of [RENTAL PERIOD].

RENT DUE BREAKDOWN:
- Monthly Rent: $[MONTHLY RENT]
- Late Fees: $[LATE FEES]
- Other Charges: $[OTHER CHARGES]
- Total Amount Due: $[TOTAL AMOUNT]

YOU ARE REQUIRED to pay the above-stated amount within [NUMBER OF DAYS, typically 3-5 days] days from the date of service of this notice or quit and deliver up possession of the premises to the landlord.

If you fail to pay the rent or quit the premises within the time specified, legal proceedings will be instituted against you to recover possession of the premises, unpaid rent, and other damages allowable by law.

This notice is served upon you for the reason that you are in default in the payment of rent. You have the right to cure this default by paying the full amount due within the notice period.

IMPORTANT: This is a general template and may need to be customized to comply with your specific state and local landlord-tenant laws. Failure to respond within the specified timeframe may result in eviction proceedings and additional legal costs.

Methods of Payment Accepted:
☐ Check payable to: [Landlord Name]
☐ Money Order payable to: [Landlord Name]
☐ Cash (receipt will be provided)
☐ Electronic Payment: [Payment Method]

Payment Address:
[Landlord Name]
[Payment Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Phone: [Phone Number]

Dated: [DATE]

_________________________________
[Landlord/Property Manager Signature]
[Printed Name]
[Title]

CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE

I hereby certify that a true copy of the above notice was served upon the above-named tenant(s) in the following manner:

☐ By delivering a copy personally to the tenant
☐ By leaving a copy with a person of suitable age at the residence
☐ By posting a copy in a conspicuous place on the property
☐ By certified mail, return receipt requested
☐ Other method authorized by state law: ________________

Date of Service: _____________

_________________________________
[Signature of Person Serving Notice]
[Printed Name]

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IMPORTANT: Check your state and local laws for specific notice requirements, timeframes, and service methods. Some jurisdictions have specific forms that must be used.