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Missouri landlords are not legally required to provide rent receipts for certified funds checks, but it is good practice. USPS tracking info is not considered a rent receipt. Tenants cannot withhold rent due to lack of a receipt. Refer to Missouri Landlord-Tenant Law for more details. Consult Legal Aid of Western Missouri for free legal assistance if needed.Full Conversation
Is a landlord required to give tenants a copy of their payment receipt for a payment made by certified funds check?
Hello Lesa,
In Missouri, there's no specific law requiring landlords to provide receipts for rent paid by certified funds check. However, it's generally good practice to provide a receipt for any payment received.
Isn't the delivery info through usps, which is verified by the tracking number, showing the signature of receipt, isn't that a receipt of rent payment?
Hello Lesa, the USPS tracking info isn't typically considered a rent receipt. It only confirms the delivery of a letter, not its content. As a landlord, it is advised to provide a receipt showing the date, amount, and purpose of the payment.
Can a tenant withhold the following months rent because they didn't get a handwritten signed receipt from the previous months rent payment?
Hello Lesa, in Missouri, a tenant cannot typically withhold rent unless there's a serious issue, like a significant repair that's not addressed. Lack of a rent receipt isn't generally a valid reason for withholding rent. Always consult a local attorney for specific advice.
Do you know where I can get something saying that, that I can forward to my tenant?
Hello Lesa, you can refer your tenant to the Missouri Landlord-Tenant Law under Revised Statutes of Missouri, Sections *.* to *.*. They outline tenant's rights and responsibilities. For more specific information, please consult a local attorney or legal aid society.
I've looked through the Missouri landlord tenant law for Missouri and I haven't been able to find where that is specifically addressed. So if I Google sections that you gave me above, does that specifically state that they can't withhold rent over a receipt?
In the Missouri Landlord-Tenant Law, there isn't a specific clause stating that tenants can't withhold rent over a receipt. However, the law does state that tenants must pay agreed-upon rent without conditions. For more specific advice, consult a local attorney.
Thank you for your assistance again.
You're welcome, Lesa. If you have more questions in the future, feel free to ask. Remember, it's always a good idea to consult with a local attorney for specific legal advice.
Lol. With a renter refusing to pay her rent, I can't afford to get an attorney. Lol. That's why you and your app is so helpful. Ty
Hello Lesa, I'm glad to hear that our app is helpful. If you can't afford an attorney, you may want to consider contacting Legal Aid of Western Missouri. They provide free legal assistance to low-income individuals. I hope this helps!
Oh.... Good to know.
Hello Lesa, I'm glad we could help. If you have any other questions in the future, feel free to reach out to us. Best of luck with your tenant situation.
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