How to return old tenants mail

Returning old tenants' mail can be a bit of a challenge, but here are some steps you can follow to ensure it gets back to them:

  1. Check the lease agreement: Review the lease agreement to see if it specifies what happens to the tenant's mail after they move out. Some leases may require the landlord to forward mail to the tenant's new address.
  2. Gather the mail: Collect all the mail that was addressed to the old tenant and sort it into categories (e.g., bills, letters, packages).
  3. Check for forwarding instructions: Look for any forwarding instructions or labels on the mail that may indicate where the tenant wants their mail sent.
  4. Contact the tenant: If you have the tenant's contact information, try contacting them to ask if they want you to forward their mail to their new address. You can also ask if they have any specific instructions for handling their mail.
  5. Use a forwarding service: If you're unable to contact the tenant or don't have their contact information, you can use a forwarding service like the US Postal Service's (USPS) Forward Mail service. This service allows you to forward mail to a new address for a fee.
  6. Return mail to the sender: If the tenant doesn't want their mail forwarded, you can return it to the sender. This may involve contacting the sender (e.g., a bank or credit card company) to let them know that the tenant has moved out and providing them with the tenant's new address.
  7. Keep a record: Keep a record of the mail you've returned, including the sender's name and address, the date you returned it, and any notes about the return process.

Some additional tips to keep in mind: