Residential Rental Form

Residential Rental Form

Parties

Landlord Name:

Tenant Name(s):

Property Identification

Lease Term and Possession

Lease Commencement Date:   Lease Term (months):

Lease Expiration / Termination Date:   Possession Date:

Financial Terms

Rent Due Date (day of month):   Grace Period (days):   Late Fee:

Security deposit will be held in accordance with applicable law. Deposit will be returned, less lawful deductions, within days after tenancy termination.

Use, Occupancy and Pets

Use of Premises: The premises shall be used solely for residential purposes by the Tenant and listed occupants. Commercial use and subletting are prohibited without prior written consent of Landlord.

Pets Allowed: Yes No   If yes, Pet Deposit:

Utilities, Maintenance and Repairs

Utilities responsibility (check all that apply to Tenant): Water Gas Electric Trash Other

Tenant shall promptly notify Landlord of required repairs. Tenant shall not undertake major repairs without Landlord's written consent. Emergency repairs necessary to prevent imminent harm may be performed by Tenant; Landlord will reimburse reasonable documented costs where required by law.

Insurance and Liability

Renter's Insurance Required: Yes No   If required, Minimum Liability Coverage:

Tenant is responsible for obtaining and maintaining insurance for Tenant's personal property and liability. Landlord's insurance does not cover Tenant's property. Tenant shall indemnify and hold Landlord harmless from claims arising from Tenant's negligence or breach.

Disclosures

Lead-Based Paint Known: Yes No Unknown

Mold or Water Damage History: Yes No Unknown

Condition at Move-In

Tenant acknowledges receipt of keys and condition report signed by both parties at move-in. Tenant must report any discrepancies within three (3) days of possession or be deemed to have accepted the condition.

Defaults, Remedies and Termination

Failure to pay rent when due or other material breach by Tenant constitutes default. On default, Landlord may provide notice as required by law and pursue available remedies including termination of tenancy, recovery of unpaid rent, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Acceptance of partial rent does not waive Landlord's rights.

Tenant may cure certain defaults as permitted by law. Remedies are cumulative and do not preclude other remedies available at law or equity.

Access and Entry

Landlord or Landlord's agents may enter the premises for inspection, repairs, or to show the property to prospective tenants or buyers upon reasonable notice or immediately in case of emergency, consistent with applicable law.

Legal Provisions

Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state where the property is located. Venue for disputes shall be in the appropriate state or local court within that jurisdiction.

Entire Agreement: This document, including any attached move-in report and addenda, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations and agreements. Any modification must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Severability: If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Attorney Fees: The prevailing party in any action to enforce this Agreement is entitled to recover reasonable attorneys' fees and costs to the extent permitted by law.

Acknowledgment and Certifications

By signing below, Tenant certifies that all information provided to Landlord in connection with this rental is true and complete. Tenant authorizes Landlord to obtain consumer reports and to verify references, employment, and rental history as permitted by law.

Landlord certifies that the information provided and disclosures made are accurate to the best of Landlord's knowledge as of the date of signature.

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