For various reasons, sometimes a tenant will be late paying rent. If you are late paying rent, then technically you are in violation of your lease. Most landlords will not be too upset if you have a good relationship with them and a good reason, but if late rent payment happens again, then it starts to become a bigger issue. I would suggest that if you’re ever late in paying rent, then the next time you can pay early. For example, if you’re a week late this month, then be a week early next month. It just shows some appreciation and responsibility