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Rental arrears: act early and document everything.

Late payment can become a serious loss if it is allowed to continue without a structured response. The lease, applicable consumer law and rental law determine the proper next steps.

PROPERTY INSIGHT 45 Rental arrears: act early and document everything.

What to know

  • Send a clear written statement showing the amount and period in arrears.
  • Follow the breach and notice process required by the lease and applicable law.
  • Do not use threats, lockouts, removal of possessions or unlawful utility disconnections as debt-collection tools.
  • Escalate persistent arrears to an attorney or appropriate tribunal process before losses grow.
Professional advice

This guidance is general information. Where legal, tax, structural, compliance or regulated-work consequences may apply, obtain advice from an appropriately qualified professional for your circumstances.

Important Information

The information in Fabulous Homes Insights is provided for general property education and information. Property, tax, finance, sectional-title, rental, municipal and compliance matters can differ according to individual circumstances, contractual terms, scheme rules, municipal requirements and changes in law. Where necessary, readers should obtain advice from an appropriate attorney, conveyancer, tax practitioner, financial professional, property practitioner, engineer, inspector or other suitably qualified professional.

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