My leasing office claims I didn't pay rent. What are my options?
I live in the state of Georgia in the U.S. I've never been late of my rent, and I've lived in this complex since October of 2005. I turned in my rent in person on January 30 of this month. I came home from work today to find a notice tacked to my door stating that I need to pay my rent AND the late fee, or I'll be evicted. I looked at my used checks and compared it to what's been cashed at my bank. Sure enough, check XXX4 has been cashed for my car payment, and check XXX6 is the next check for me to write.
Are there any suggestions on a route to take?
I paid with a check. I've checked online with my bank. They have not cashed the check. They've simply misplaced it, and are stating that I've never paid.
The receipt idea is a good suggestion for the future, though.
Check with the bank to see if that check was cashed and if it wasn't, cancel it. Always get a receipt of some sort when you pay for something, otherwise you'll end up in court.
