Tenant Paid Late and Different Amount

[Christina Martinez]

I have a rental that is rented with signed lease for 1,300 a month the new tenant who just moved in last month, this month decides he only is going to pay $1200 because he says he didn't do an final walk thru prior to signing the lease and wants to charge me $100 that he supposedly paid to have the washrooms cleaned. He also paid on the 8th. There is a $10 a day late fee after the 3rd day. What type of notice should i provide to him. He will not be renewed as he is cocky and disrespectful.

[Theresa Harris]

@Christina Martinez  He is a new tenant.  Tell him how it works and don't back down.  The place was presumably clean when he moved in and if it wasn't, it was up to him to say something.  Tell him the rent is $1300 and if there are problems, he is to let you know immediately.  Remind him rent is due on the 1st and about the late fee.  If you want, you can tell him you will waive the 3 day late fee this time only.