Tenant Policy

Tenant Financial Responsibilities

Late fees are not intended as a source of additional revenue. They exist solely as a means of encouraging tenants to keep their accounts current and to ensure the fair and consistent operation of the facility for all.

01 / RESPONSIBILITIES

Valid Payment Method Required

Tenants are required to maintain a valid credit or debit card on file throughout the entire term of the lease. It is your responsibility to keep payment information accurate and up to date at all times.

5-Day Grace Period

Per Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 83.808), tenants have a five (5) business day grace period from the payment due date to update payment information. This grace period is subject to change in alignment with Florida law.

Late Fees — Maximum Allowable Under Florida Law

Late fees are set to the maximum allowable amount under Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 83.808):

$20 or 20% of monthly rent

(whichever is greater) — charged every 5 business days late

Fees are subject to change in alignment with Florida law.

Lockout & Impound Authority

After five (5) business days of non-payment, the owner reserves the right to lock out access to the storage space and impound any property stored on the premises. Tenant will be responsible for all costs associated with impoundment and release of property.

No Deferred Payment Options

The owner does not provide any financial assistance or deferred payment options. Tenants are required to abide by the payment terms of the lease regardless of personal circumstances.

Official Communication Channels

To avoid miscommunication, all official communication must be made via:

Owner agrees to respond within one business day (excluding holidays). Availability via phone call or in-person is not guaranteed at any time.

02 / UPDATE PAYMENT

How to Update Payment Information

Two ways to ensure your payment stays current.

1

Via Automated Email

When you receive an automated email from messenger@messaging.squareup.com notifying you of a failed payment, follow the prompts in that email to update your payment information directly.

2

Contact Us Directly

Text 813-736-0471 or email office@elitestorage.com with the following information (all fields required):

  • Full Name
  • Credit Card Number
  • Expiration Date
  • Security Code
  • Billing Zip Code

All information must be complete and included.

Questions?

Contact Us

Text or email us — we respond within one business day.

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