How We Handle Rent Non-Payment: Protecting Your Income

One of the biggest challenges for rental property owners is ensuring timely rent collection. At Robert Hilton Realtor – Property Management, we believe that rent should always be a top priority in every household budget. That’s why we have a clear, formal process to handle late or missed payments—while staying fully compliant with fair housing laws.

Clear Rent and Late Fee Policies

• Rent Due Date: The 1st of each month

• Late Date: After the 3rd of the month

• Late Fees:

  • $25 flat fee assessed on the 4th if rent is unpaid

  • An additional $10 per day for each day the balance remains unpaid

These fees are designed not only to encourage timely payment but also to fairly compensate landlords for the extra administrative work and risk associated with late rent.

Step-by-Step Non-Payment Process

1. Day 4: Late fees are applied if rent is not paid in full.

2. Day 5: A Pay or Vacate Notice is delivered, giving the tenant 3 days to become current for that rent cycle.

3. Day 9: If the tenant has not taken action to pay, we initiate eviction proceedings with the appropriate county court.

This timeline may seem aggressive, but it reflects our core belief: timely rent is essential for both landlord profitability and property sustainability. By addressing non-payment quickly, we help protect your cash flow and maintain accountability among tenants.

Why Landlords Benefit

By partnering with us, you get:

• A formal, legally compliant process for handling late rent

• Clear communication and documentation for every step

• Protection of your rental income through prompt action

Our structured approach balances firmness with fairness, ensuring tenants understand the importance of rent while keeping landlords protected.

📞 Contact us today to learn how our rent collection policies can help you maintain a profitable, well-managed rental property.