Rent increase letter template
Write a clear, polite notice of a rent change. Enter the figures and the start date and the letter writes itself.
How much notice you must give, how it must be delivered and whether the increase is capped depend on your state, province or city and on the lease. Check your local law before you send it. This is a fill-in template, not legal advice. Rules on receipts, notice and rent changes depend on where the home is and on the lease.
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Before you send it
Rules on rent increases differ a lot from place to place. Some require a minimum notice, some require a particular form or delivery method and some cap how much rent can rise. The notice field above only checks the gap between the letter date and the start date against the number of days you enter; it does not know your local rule. Look up the rule for your home before you send anything.
What the letter says
- The property and the tenant
- The current rent, the new rent and the size of the change
- The date the new rent starts and that earlier rent stays the same
- Your contact details
This is a fill-in template, not legal advice. Rules on receipts, notice and rent changes depend on where the home is and on the lease.
Questions
How much notice do I have to give?
It depends on where the home is, the type of tenancy and the lease. Check your state, province or city. The notice field here is a reminder, not a legal check.
Can I raise the rent by any amount?
Some places limit increases and some do not. Check local rent rules before you choose the figure.
How do I deliver the letter?
Some places require a specific method, such as in person or certified mail. Check what applies, and keep a copy.
Is the PDF free?
Copying the text is free. The PDF is part of the Landlord Pack.