Letter from Landlord to Tenant about Intent to increase rent and effective date of rental increase - West Virginia 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the date at the top of the document. This is essential for record-keeping.
  3. Fill in the tenant’s name and address of the premises where they reside, ensuring accuracy for proper communication.
  4. In the body of the letter, specify the original lease agreement date and address of the leased premises. This contextualizes the notice.
  5. Indicate the expiration date of the current lease and outline options for renewal or moving out clearly.
  6. State the new monthly rent amount and effective date of this increase, making sure these figures are correct.
  7. Include a reminder about giving proper notice if they choose not to accept the increase, emphasizing their responsibilities.
  8. Finally, sign off with your name as landlord or authorized agent, and select how you delivered this notice to ensure compliance.

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Tell them what you told us, how much the current rent is, what the new rent is, why its gone up and make sure to include your contact details. I usually produce a new lease for rent increases as it is easier to argue the toss if you disagree at a later stage about it.
Sample Letter for Addressing Rent Payment Concerns Dear [Landlords Name], I am writing to discuss my current financial situation and its impact on my ability to pay rent for my rental unit at [Your Address]. Due to [briefly explain your circumstances], I am experiencing temporary financial hardship.
Your landlord can increase your rent by any amount if you live with them. If you think your rent increase is too high check the price of properties in your area so you know how much your rent should be on average.
West Virginia does not have rent control laws, meaning there is no legal cap on the amount a landlord can increase rent. However, increases must not be discriminatory or retaliatory.
A notice of rent increase letter should include the following: Your name and contact information. Date of document. A greeting that addresses each tenant by name. The propertys address. The date the original lease went into effect. The date the original lease will end. The current rent amount. The proposed new rent amount.

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Explain your situation and why you believe the proposed increase is unreasonable based on market trends. Provide comparable rental rates in the area and highlight your positive qualities as a tenant. Offer a compromise, such as a smaller increase or a longer lease term.

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