Letter to Request Arrears of Rent
A Letter to Request Arrears of Rent is a formal document sent by a landlord to a tenant, reminding them of overdue rent payments and requesting immediate settlement of the outstanding amount.
Free Letter to Request Arrears of Rent Template
Use this free template to formally request payment of overdue rent from a tenant. Copy and customise it to suit your tenancy and the amount owed.
LETTER TO TENANT: REQUEST FOR PAYMENT OF RENT ARREARS
Date: [Date]
From: [Landlord full name or company name] [Landlord address] [Phone] | [Email]
To: [Tenant full name] [Property address]
Dear [Tenant name],
RE: Rent Arrears in respect of [Property address]
I am writing to formally notify you that rent in respect of the above property is currently in arrears. Please treat this letter as a request for payment.
1. Tenancy Details
- Property: [Full property address]
- Tenancy agreement dated: [Date of tenancy agreement]
- Monthly rent: [Currency and amount]
- Rent due date: [Day of month]
- Payment method on record: [Bank transfer / Standing order / Other]
2. Arrears Statement
The following rent payments are outstanding:
| Period | Due date | Amount | Paid | Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Month] | [Date] | [Amount] | [Amount or "Nil"] | [Amount] |
| [Month] | [Date] | [Amount] | [Amount or "Nil"] | [Amount] |
| [Month] | [Date] | [Amount] | [Amount or "Nil"] | [Amount] |
Total arrears as at and amount]
3. Action Required
Please settle the arrears in full within [14] days of the date of this letter. Payment should be made to:
- Account name: [Account name]
- Sort code / IBAN: [Details]
- Account number: [Number]
- Payment reference: [Reference, e.g. tenant name or property address]
4. Payment Plan (optional — include if you are open to a plan)
If you are unable to settle the full amount within the timeframe above, please contact me by [Date] to discuss a written payment plan. We may be able to agree a schedule of catch-up payments alongside ongoing rent.
5. Consequences of Non-Payment
If the arrears are not settled within the timeframe above, or a payment plan is not agreed in writing, I reserve the right to:
- Charge interest on the outstanding amount at [rate, in line with the tenancy agreement or statutory rate]
- Take steps under the tenancy agreement, including formal notice of intention to seek possession of the property as permitted by applicable law
- Refer the debt to a debt collection agency or commence court proceedings to recover the sums owed and any associated costs
6. Support and Communication
If you are experiencing financial difficulty, I encourage you to seek advice from [local citizens' advice / housing support / equivalent]. Please keep me informed of any circumstances that affect your ability to pay so that we can try to find a workable solution.
I would prefer to resolve this matter promptly and amicably. Please do not ignore this letter. I look forward to receiving your payment or your proposals by [Deadline date].
Yours sincerely,
[Landlord name] [For and on behalf of [Company name], if applicable]
[Signature]
This is a basic template provided for informational purposes. For a professionally generated and legally tailored document, use Bind's contract automation platform.
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