I believe you shouldn't expect legal advice from a lawyer that isn't working for you or at least going to be representing you if every thing goes bad.When I read your question I was reminded of a time I thought I hired a lawyer to help another person and myself (this was not real estate related).

Thanks @Troy Whitney for reminding me that ultimately, I'm charge.

I was just reminded of this by another mentor when a client thought they were doing me a favor by "not bothering me because it was a small deal" and I almost lost a transaction and had to pay a referral fee on it for the stupid phone call / showing.  

I'd pay the bill, but I'd have a talk with the tenant to remind him that any damages that result from his negligence are his financial responsibility. 

Sometimes, when I'm talking to a seller who is upside down due to cash out refis and who is actually listening and thinking (most aren't), I remind them that they already sold the house.  

Excellent post.I am reminded of the 2 rules of investing in real estate.

I think that is the only way to continually remind them.

. :)@Rudy Gonzales thanks for the suggestion/reminder about the BP alerts.

William please don't remind me of the 1.8  3 and 2 in Pa..

I would call them on it and say we got your rent today, verbally remind them when it is due and that there is a late fee.