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How to handle partial rent payments

Partial payments are a legal question in most states. Accepting can reset an eviction clock; rejecting can dig a bigger hole.

Overview

Partial payments are a legal question in most states. Accepting can reset an eviction clock; rejecting can dig a bigger hole.

Checklist

  • Check your state's rule on partial acceptance.
  • If accepting, post to the oldest balance first.
  • Document that acceptance is not a waiver of the balance.
  • Do not accept in the middle of an active eviction filing without counsel.
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