Negotiate Payment Dates Before You Sign Your Lease

If you get paid on the 1st and the 15th of each month, before you sign your lease negotiate a payment date with management in writing to avoid late fees and dispossessory filings.

For instance, the rent payment can be split and due on the 2nd and 16th of each month. 

Any changes to the standard must be in an addendum and made a part of the lease.