Missing Rent Payments Ledger

Summary

If rent payments are missing from your ledger, document all payment stubs and request an audit from your property manager. In Arizona, intentional removal or alteration of tenant files could be considered fraud if it involves deception for personal gain. Consult a tenant rights attorney for guidance. Free or low-cost legal assistance is available through organizations like Community Legal Services and Southern Arizona Legal Aid.

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my tenant file is missing for the first 2 years I have lived where I do. Does this constitute fraud?
Hello! To provide you with accurate information, could you clarify if you suspect that someone intentionally removed or altered your tenant file? Fraud typically involves intentional deception for personal gain.
yes the manager
Thank you for the information.
In Arizona, the intentional removal or alteration of tenant files by a landlord could potentially constitute fraud. However, this depends on specific details and circumstances.
- Fraud involves intentional deception resulting in injury to another party.
- You may need to prove intent and harm caused by the manager.
Have you experienced any specific issues or losses due to this missing file?
Yes. T
Thank you for providing this information. To assist you better, could you specify the type of issues or losses you have experienced due to the missing tenant file?
I'm sorry I don't mean file. I mean all the rent payments I made for the first 2 years aren't in my ledger.
Thank you for clarifying. Missing rent payments in your ledger can be a serious issue. To assist you better:
- Have you spoken to your landlord or property manager about the missing payments?
- Do you have receipts or bank statements as proof of those payments?
This will help determine the next steps.
She is no longer the manager, she is now the asset manager
Thank you for the information. Here are some steps you could consider:
- **Document everything**: Keep records of all communications and payments.
- **Request an audit**: Ask for a detailed audit of your payment history.
- **Seek legal advice**: Consider consulting a tenant rights attorney to understand your rights and options.
Have you already requested a payment audit from the current property manager?
no, but I do have the stubs from the cashiers checks
Thank you for providing more details. Given that you have the stubs from the cashier's checks, here are some steps you can take:
- **Document Everything**: Collect and organize all payment stubs.
- **Request an Audit**: Contact the current property manager and formally request an audit of your payment history.
- **Legal Advice**: Consider consulting a tenant rights attorney.
Would you like information on how to request an audit from the current property manager?
is there a free tenant rights attorney
In Arizona, there are organizations that provide free or low-cost legal assistance to tenants. Here are a few options you might consider:
- **Community Legal Services**: They offer free legal help for low-income residents.
- **Arizona Tenants Advocates**: They provide tenant counseling.
- **Southern Arizona Legal Aid**: They offer free legal services for eligible clients.
Would you like contact details for any of these organizations?