My landlord claims that my roommate's check bounced even though the money is in the account. Because of this, he wants payment either in money order, certified check, or cash. The first two options cost me a fee, and the last is unreliable, since the rent is given to a super who holds it until the landlord decides to come by to pick up payment (he sometimes doesn't come by until the 10th or even the 20th). I offered to compromise and have my roommate pay me, so that I can cut one check each month. I've never bounced a check, and my payments have always been on time, even if the landlord decides to not cash my check for two months (he took a trip to Italy, and hasn't even deposited my Sept and October checks yet). I feel helpless, and don't know how much I should fight for without coming across as a bad tenant. I know that this is simply a matter of winning their trust, but what's the best approach?
2007-10-22
04:47:50
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Daniel G
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