{Your Name}
{Your Address}
{Your Phone #}
{Date}
Dear {landlord}:
I am so incredibly sorry for being late with the rent again. I know that it was due on {date} and it is now {date}. You have been so generous and understanding in the past as I wrestled with {situation}, and I don't want to take advantage of your kindness.
Please don't proceed with the eviction. I definitely got the message when I saw your {letter/notice on the door}. I have the rent money and will {bring/mail} it to you immediately. Additionally, as a show of good faith, I hope you will allow me to {gesture such as upkeep of yard or repair projects}.
I promise you that I now have {situation} under control and will make prompt payment of the rent my top priority from here on out.
Appreciatively,
{Sender Name}
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