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Writing to Your Landlord

Sample letters to help resolve housing problems and disputes

HOW TO WRITE TO YOUR LANDLORD
  • Keep a chronological record of all correspondence (including phone calls) with your landlord.
  • E-mail counts as written correspondence.
  • Save a copy of each letter/e-mail.
  • For additional security, send all mail using certified mail from your local post office. This will provide you with the ability to confirm that your landlord receives the letter.
 
Sample Letter 1 - Demanding Repairs
 
Sample Letter 2 - Withholding Rent
 
Sample Letter 3 - Negotiating a Rent Reduction as Compensation
 
Sample Letter 4 - Disputing a Late Fee
 
Sample Letter 5 - Disputing Deductions From Your Security Deposit
 
Sample Letter 6 - Demanding the Return of Your Security Deposit
 


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