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Our free rent late fee calculator ensures 100% state compliance by automatically applying legal limits, grace period requirements, and reasonableness standards for all 50 states plus Washington DC.
Enter Rent Details
Input your monthly rent amount and select your state. Our calculator automatically loads your state's specific late fee limits, grace period requirements, and legal caps.
- Monthly rent amount ($)
- Your state (all 50 states + DC)
- Auto-loaded state limits
Specify Payment Details
Enter the number of days late and choose whether to use a flat fee or percentage-based fee. The calculator will verify compliance with your state's requirements.
- Days late (considers grace period)
- Flat fee or percentage option
- Automatic compliance verification
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Receive your compliant late fee calculation with detailed explanations, state limits, grace period info, and downloadable PDF documentation.
- Legal maximum late fee amount
- State-specific explanations
- Downloadable PDF report
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Automatically applies your state's maximum late fee caps, grace period requirements, and reasonableness standards to prevent legal disputes.
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Download PDF reports with legal explanations, state citations, and compliance verification for your records or legal proceedings.
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Calculate late fees for unlimited properties at no cost. Perfect for landlords managing multiple units or property managers with large portfolios.
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Whether you're a landlord ensuring compliance or a tenant verifying fairness, our calculator provides transparent, legally accurate results.
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Our legal team monitors all state law changes and updates the calculator within 24 hours of any regulatory changes to keep you compliant.
Common Late Fee Limits by State (2025)
Here are some examples of maximum allowable late fees across different states. Use the calculator above to get your state's exact limits and compliance requirements.
Know Your State's Maximum Rent Late Fee
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Tenant disputes $150 late fee in Texas, claiming it's excessive. Without documentation, you spend 8+ hours researching statutes, lose $500+ in court costs, and potentially refund the fee plus penalties. Total loss: $650+
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Rent Late Fee Statement
Generated on October 7, 2025
Compliance Analysis:
Your contract late fee of $75.00 (5% of monthly rent) is COMPLIANT with Texas Property Code § 92.019, which allows up to 12% ($180.00) for properties with 4 or fewer units. The required 2-day grace period was properly applied.
Notice to Tenant:
As per the terms of your lease agreement, rent is due on the first of every month and considered late if not received by January 3rd. This late fee is calculated on base rent only (excluding utilities, parking, and other add-ons) in accordance with state law and your rental agreement.
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