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Billing - Late Charge Question

Is there a minimum number of days between the date a bill is mailed and the date after which a late fee is charged? Our Marina bills us for electricity in addition the the set monthly slip rent. since I don't know the billing amount I cannot pay the 'rent' until I receive the bill. My last bill was mailed 21 sept (from San Diego to PHX) is due 1 Oct and late 5 Oct. This leaves 15 days for the bill to get to PHX and the Payment to get back to San Diego. If I'm out of town for a couple of days during this crucial time period, it's nearly impossible to pay the bill in time. Is this legal?


Asked on 9/29/05, 7:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Re: Billing - Late Charge Question

Give someone you trust a power of attorney to pay your marina bill. Or, have them e-mail you the bill. That way you'll get it the same day it's processed.

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Answered on 9/29/05, 7:57 pm


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