Can a landlord charge a late fee in Wisconsin, and how much?

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Late fees only as specifically provided in the rental agreement. Rent prepayments must be applied first, and there can be no fee for not paying a late fee. Source: Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.09(8) (https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/admin_code/atcp/090/134/09/2), last checked 2026-10-15.

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Can a landlord charge a late fee in Wisconsin, and how much?

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