I transferred the rent, but my landlord claims to not have received the money. What can I do?
July 18, 2023 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Emma Richter
Dear Lawyer,
I am contacting you with the following concern: I have paid my rent on time, however, my landlord claims to not have received the money. This is very concerning for me, as I now fear that I may be facing a possible eviction or even legal consequences.
For background information: I made the rent payment via bank transfer and can prove this through my bank statement. Usually, the payment goes smoothly and the landlord confirms receipt of the money. However, in this case, he insists that the payment has not been received.
So, the current situation is that I have paid the rent, but the landlord denies it. I am worried because I do not know how to handle this situation. Should I make the rent payment again? How can I ensure that my landlord actually receives the money?
My concern is that as a tenant, I may get into trouble even though I have fulfilled my payment obligations properly. Therefore, I ask for your help and advice. What steps can I take to resolve this discrepancy with my landlord and ensure that the rent is correctly accounted for?
I thank you in advance for your support and look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Marcus Jensen
Dear Mr. Jensen,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the issue with your rent payment. It is understandable that you are concerned and worried that there may be legal consequences. In such a situation, it is important to remain calm and act appropriately.
First of all, it is worth mentioning that you have paid the rent on time and can prove this through your bank statement. This is an important evidence that shows your willingness and ability to pay.
Since your landlord claims not to have received the money, it is advisable to contact him and clarify the situation. You can kindly inform him that you have made the payment and can provide the payment receipt. It may also be helpful to send a copy of the bank statement or transfer receipt to your landlord by email or post.
It is important to keep and secure the payment proof in case of any further discrepancies. This serves as evidence that you have paid the rent properly.
It may also be helpful to request a written confirmation from the landlord once the rent has actually been received. This way, you have a written proof that the payment has been made and correctly recorded.
Regarding the re-transfer of the rent, it is advisable to wait until the situation with the landlord is clarified. It would be unfair to pay the rent a second time if you can already prove that you have made the payment.
If the landlord continues to claim that the rent has not been received despite your evidence, it may be advisable to seek legal assistance. A lawyer specializing in rental law can help you in this case and defend your rights as a tenant.
In conclusion, I would like to emphasize the importance of remaining calm and acting appropriately. Communication with your landlord is the first step to resolve any discrepancies. I hope that my advice will help you and wish you success in resolving the situation.
Sincerely,
Emma Richter, lawyer specialized in rental law
