{"id":369268,"date":"2016-04-04T10:47:19","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ability-fl-prod.internetbrands.com\/ability-law\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/tenant-lease-agreement-faqs.html"},"modified":"2026-10-07T20:45:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T01:45:00","slug":"tenant-lease-agreement-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/tenant-lease-agreement-faqs.html","title":{"rendered":"Signing a Lease or Rental Agreement: FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 fl-sectionWithSidebar fl-container fl-flex fl-flex-wrap fl-gap30\">\n<div class=\"fl-page-articles fl-section-main fl-section-main-full-width\"><h1 class=\"fl-no-margin-top\">Signing a Lease or Rental Agreement: FAQ<\/h1>\n\n<section class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline\">\n    <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-content\">\n                    By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/melissa-mccall-j-d\/\">Melissa McCall, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by <a\n                href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/katrina-wilson-esq\/\">Katrina Wilson, Esq.<\/a>\n                | Last updated\n        <time>\n                            October 07, 2026\n                    <\/time>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-legally-reviewed\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Legally Reviewed\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy, clarity, and style by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team.html\">FindLaw\u2019s team of legal writers and attorneys<\/a> and in accordance with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/company-history\/editorial-policy.html\">our editorial standards<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n\n    <details class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle fl-gutenberg-byline-fast-checked\">\n        <summary>\n            <i class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n            Fact-Checked\n        <\/summary>\n\n        <div class=\"fl-gutenberg-byline-toggle-content\">\n            <p><em>The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/company\/our-team\/contributing-authors.html\">contributing authors<\/a>. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact an attorney in your area<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"fl-key-takeaways fl-mb30\" data-testid=\"fl-key-takeaways\">\n    <div class=\"fl-card-content\">\n        <div class=\"fl-card-body fl-card-bg-teal fl-flex fl-flex-column\">\n                            <h2 class=\"fl-card-title fl-h2 fl-no-margin\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n                        <ul>\n<li><span data-term-id=\"60207254\">Rental agreements<\/span> are usually month\u2011to\u2011month with flexible changes, while fixed\u2011term leases lock in terms for a year or more and offer stronger tenant protections.<\/li>\n<li>Watch for terms that waive habitability, restrict legal remedies, prohibit children, or include automatic rent hikes tied to \u201cincreased operating costs.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Both <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span> and renters should understand the complex legal terms used in a lease. All parties must know exactly what they\u2019re agreeing to.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"fl-rich-text\">\n<p>A lease or\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span>\u00a0is standard\u00a0for <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental properties<\/span>. <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease agreements<\/span> are legally binding on both the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> and the tenant, so both parties should carefully scrutinize the agreement before signing.<\/p>\n<p>This article answers some frequently asked questions about tenant rental and <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreements<\/span>. Find answers on <span data-term-id=\"60207281\">rent increases<\/span>, <span data-term-id=\"60207257\">late fees<\/span>, rental terms, <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposits<\/span>, and more. Consult a <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/real-estate-law\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">local real estate attorney<\/a> for answers to specific <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> questions.<\/p>\n<h2>What Are the Different Types of <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease Agreements<\/span>?<\/h2>\n<p>The terms &#8220;<span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span>&#8221; and &#8220;<span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span>&#8221; are often used interchangeably. However, there are differences between the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/rental-lease-agreements.html\">two types of binding contracts<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-term-id=\"60207254\">Rental Agreements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Generally, a <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span> is a written agreement for a short-term rental. Most <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreements<\/span> are for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/what-is-the-difference-between-a-month-by-month-lease-and-a-fixed.html\">month-to-month rentals<\/a>. The <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> can change the rental terms and <span data-term-id=\"60207274\">rent amount<\/span> after giving the tenant <span data-term-id=\"60207285\">proper notice<\/span>. For month-to-month leases, <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span> must provide at least one month\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease Agreements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> is a written contract for a <span data-term-id=\"60207269\">fixed term<\/span>, meaning for a year or more. A tenant generally has greater protections under a <span data-term-id=\"60207269\">fixed-term<\/span> lease, as the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> cannot change the terms of the lease until it expires.<\/p>\n<p>After the <span data-term-id=\"60207259\">lease term<\/span> expires, the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> and tenant may create a new lease or go into a month-to-month <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span>. They may also decline to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/can-my-landlord-terminate-lease-without-reason.html\">renew the lease<\/a> at the end of the <span data-term-id=\"60207269\">fixed term<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-term-id=\"60207283\">Sublease<\/span> Agreements<\/h3>\n<p>If the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/what-is-the-difference-between-subleasing-and-reletting.html\">allows <span data-term-id=\"60207283\">subleasing<\/span><\/a>, the tenant may use a <span data-term-id=\"60207283\">sublease<\/span> agreement with their subtenant. A\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207283\">sublease<\/span>\u00a0agreement is a type of\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span>\u00a0tailored to the situation, with the primary tenant still responsible for the subtenant\u2019s actions.<\/p>\n<h3>Commercial Lease vs. Residential Lease<\/h3>\n<p>Commercial\u00a0leases\u00a0cover commercial property. There are also several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-operations\/types-of-leases.html\">types of commercial leases<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Residential\u00a0leases\u00a0cover residential property.<\/p>\n<h2>Do I Need a Written <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease Agreement<\/span>?<\/h2>\n<p>In most states, a <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span> does not need to be in writing.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/smallbusiness\/business-contracts-forms\/what-contracts-are-required-to-be-in-writing.html\">Oral <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreements<\/span><\/a>\u00a0are generally valid for rental periods of a year or less.<\/p>\n<p>However, even if the state does recognize an oral <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span>, a written agreement helps avoid problems and should be the preferred method. The <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> and tenant may have different understandings of the agreement. One advantage of a written <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> is that it serves as the final authority on disagreements.<\/p>\n<h2>What Terms Should the <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease Agreement<\/span> Include?<\/h2>\n<p>Many <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span> start with a standard <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> or use a <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> template.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/standard-lease-provisions.html\">Standard <span data-term-id=\"60207259\">lease terms<\/span><\/a>\u00a0for a residential <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> should include the fundamental rights and obligations of both the tenant and the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span>. Standard terms for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/tenant-leases-and-rental-agreements.html\">tenant <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span><\/a>\u00a0should include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Contact information for all parties to the lease, including <span data-term-id=\"60207256\">property management<\/span>, if any<\/li>\n<li>Description of the property, including the address of the rental unit and apartment number<\/li>\n<li>Term of the rental (<span data-term-id=\"60207269\">fixed-term<\/span> or month-to-month), including move-in and end dates<\/li>\n<li><span data-term-id=\"60207274\">Rent amount<\/span> and <span data-term-id=\"60207263\">rent payment<\/span> details, including rent <span data-term-id=\"60207270\">due date<\/span> and <span data-term-id=\"60207273\">grace period<\/span>, if any<\/li>\n<li>Late rent policy<\/li>\n<li><span data-term-id=\"60207292\">Occupancy limits<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Amount of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/rent-security-deposits.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-term-id=\"60207265\">Pet policy or pet rent<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-term-id=\"60207260\">Subletting<\/span> policy<\/li>\n<li>An <span data-term-id=\"60207287\">addendum<\/span> including required disclosures, such as lead-based paint disclosures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlords<\/span>, <span data-term-id=\"60207293\">property owners<\/span>, and <span data-term-id=\"60207256\">property managers<\/span> should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/hirealawyer\/choosing-the-right-lawyer\/landlord-tenant-law.html\">consult an attorney<\/a> before finalizing a lease or rental contract. Doing so will help them avoid unintentional housing discrimination or abridging their prospective tenant\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n<h2>Are There Any Terms To Avoid in a Residential Lease?<\/h2>\n<p>Residential <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreements<\/span> cannot include terms violating state or federal laws. This includes housing discrimination under the federal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/tenants-and-fair-housing.html\">Fair Housing Act<\/a>. Depending on the state, <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental property<\/span> agreements and leases may not contain provisions that include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/civilrights\/discrimination\/housing-discrimination.html\">Exclusion of tenants<\/a>\u00a0based on a protected characteristic<\/li>\n<li>Prohibition of children (unless the property is a senior housing facility)<\/li>\n<li>Waiver of legal remedies<\/li>\n<li>Waiver of the right to get a refund of the <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Waiver of the duty for the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> to keep the premises habitable<\/li>\n<li>Waiver of the duty for the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> to mitigate damages<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Hold harmless&#8221; clauses, meaning a renter gives up their right to sue the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span><\/li>\n<li>A requirement that permits the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> unrestricted entry (beyond what the law allows)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Terms in a Lease or <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">Rental Agreement<\/span> Should a Tenant Be Wary Of?<\/h2>\n<p>The following issues are warning signs that your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/tenant-rights.html\">tenant rights<\/a>\u00a0could be in jeopardy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Terms that favor the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> and not the renter (terms should be fair for both people)<\/li>\n<li>Illegal terms<\/li>\n<li>Blank spaces on a lease or <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Terms Unfairly Favor a <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlord<\/span>?<\/h2>\n<p>A renter should be cautious when <span data-term-id=\"60207253\">signing a lease<\/span> or <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span> that contains terms that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/reviewing-a-lease-checklist.html\">unfairly favor the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span><\/a>. These can be harmful to the renter over time, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Automatic <span data-term-id=\"60207281\">rent increases<\/span> based on the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span>\u2019s &#8220;increased operating costs&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>Shared utility meters<\/li>\n<li>An agreement to obey &#8220;future rules&#8221; implemented by the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Are There Limits on <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">Security Deposits<\/span>?<\/h2>\n<p>Some states limit how much a <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> may require for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/security-deposit-laws.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span><\/a>. <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlords<\/span> typically charge at least one <span data-term-id=\"60207258\">month\u2019s rent<\/span> before the tenant moves into the rental unit. Many states also require the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> to keep the <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span> in a separate, interest-bearing account and pay the tenant the interest accrued through the end of the lease.<\/p>\n<p>In many locations, the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> cannot ask for more than one to two times the rent for the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/security-deposits.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span><\/a>. For example, if the state limits the <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span> to two months\u2019 rent, an apartment leased at $1,000 cannot have a <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span> of more than $2,000.<\/p>\n<p>Many states limit the amount <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span> can collect for a deposit. <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlords<\/span> typically charge at least one <span data-term-id=\"60207258\">month\u2019s rent<\/span> before the tenant moves into the rental unit.<\/p>\n<h2>Can the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlord<\/span> Keep the <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">Security Deposit<\/span>?<\/h2>\n<p>A <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span> generally covers property damage, repairs beyond <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/what-can-a-landlord-deduct-from-a-security-deposit-for-cleaning.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207290\">normal wear and tear<\/span><\/a>, and possibly unpaid rent. <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlords<\/span> must account for any deductions from the <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span>, often through an itemized statement.<\/p>\n<p>The <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> must return the <span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span> (minus valid deductions) within their state\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/security-deposit-return-timelines.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207252\">security deposit<\/span> timelines<\/a>. Many states require <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span>\u00a0to return the deposit within 30 days after the lease ends.<\/p>\n<h2>When Can a <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlord<\/span> <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">Evict<\/span> a Tenant?<\/h2>\n<p><span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlords<\/span> and <span data-term-id=\"60207256\">property managers<\/span> should not <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">evict<\/span> a tenant without a legal reason. <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">Eviction<\/span> for cause includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Nonpayment of rent<\/li>\n<li><span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease agreement<\/span> violations, such as an illegal <span data-term-id=\"60207260\">sublet<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Tenant engagement in illegal activities on the <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental property<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> must\u00a0follow <span data-term-id=\"60207277\">state law<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/what-does-the-landlord-need-to-do-to-evict-the-tenant.html\">throughout the <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">eviction<\/span> process<\/a> and give the tenant notice and an opportunity to cure any issues. If the renter does not fix the issues, the <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> can go to court for relief.<\/p>\n<p>A <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/how-does-the-landlord-terminate-the-lease-for-cause.html\">terminate the lease without cause<\/a> at the end of a <span data-term-id=\"60207269\">fixed-term<\/span> tenancy. For example, under a one-year <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span>, a <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> can give advance notice to terminate the tenancy at the end of the lease.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>A botched eviction can harm your business reputation and your bottom line. It can also expose you to costly legal issues. If you\u2019re a rental property owner, an experienced attorney can guide you through the eviction process and help you avoid legal mistakes. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/landlord-tenant\/?fli=dcta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find local legal help<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>What Is Rent Control?<\/h2>\n<p>Some cities, such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rentguidelinesboard.cityofnewyork.us\/resources\/faqs\/rent-control\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New York City<\/a>, have\u00a0rent control ordinances. In New York City, rent control ordinances limit the rent a <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> may charge for a rental unit. This helps protect tenants from paying exorbitant <span data-term-id=\"60207281\">rent increases<\/span> and from <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">eviction<\/span>. Tenants can file a complaint with the New York\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hcr.ny.gov\/division-housing-and-community-renewal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Division of Housing and Community Renewal<\/a>\u00a0if their <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> violates the ordinance.<\/p>\n<p>Rent control laws usually apply to specific properties, usually older residential properties built before a particular time. For example, New York City <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/protection-for-tenants-rent-control.html\">rent control laws<\/a> apply to properties built between 1947 and 1971. Check with your local department of housing to determine if your home is or should be rent-controlled.<\/p>\n<h2>What Happens If a Tenant Does Not Pay My Rent?<\/h2>\n<p>Your <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> or <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> may have penalties for nonpayment of rent, with the next steps already in place. You will likely receive a &#8220;<span data-term-id=\"60207288\">pay rent<\/span> or quit&#8221; notice or an immediate\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/eviction.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207261\">eviction<\/span> notice<\/a>. With a <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span>\u2019s consent, you may have a few days or a week to vacate. If you do not leave when asked, they may sue you in an <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">eviction<\/span> lawsuit.<\/p>\n<h2>What Should Tenants Check for Before <span data-term-id=\"60207253\">Signing a <\/span><span data-term-id=\"60207255\">Lease<\/span><span data-term-id=\"60207255\"> Agreement<\/span>?<\/h2>\n<p>Before <span data-term-id=\"60207253\">signing a <\/span><span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease<\/span><span data-term-id=\"60207255\"> agreement<\/span>, read the entire lease and ask questions about anything you need help understanding. Here is a list of things you should look out for in a lease or <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreement<\/span>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rent: <\/strong>Ask when rent is due, how you should\u00a0pay it, and whether the\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span>\u00a0charges a\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207257\">late fee<\/span>\u00a0for late\u00a0payments or offers a <span data-term-id=\"60207273\">grace period<\/span>. In most cases, rent is due on the first of the month, but your lease should specify when and how to\u00a0pay.<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-term-id=\"60207264\">Renters Insurance<\/span>: <\/strong>Some <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span> or <span data-term-id=\"60207256\">property management<\/span> companies make tenants show proof of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/consumer\/insurance\/renters-insurance.html\"><span data-term-id=\"60207264\">renters insurance<\/span><\/a> before they can move into the <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental property<\/span>.<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-term-id=\"60207265\">Pet policy<\/span>: <\/strong>If you have a pet or want to get one, check the <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span> for a <span data-term-id=\"60207265\">pet policy<\/span>. Many properties restrict breeds or have other pet rules, including a <span data-term-id=\"60207279\">pet deposit<\/span>. You don&#8217;t want to violate the agreement and risk <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">eviction<\/span>.<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-term-id=\"60207283\">Sublease<\/span>:<\/strong> Can you <span data-term-id=\"60207260\">sublet<\/span> the rental unit, if needed? Check the lease for a <span data-term-id=\"60207260\">subletting<\/span> provision. If the lease doesn\u2019t include a provision for\u00a0<span data-term-id=\"60207260\">subletting<\/span>, ask your <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> or <span data-term-id=\"60207256\">property manager<\/span>. Some <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental properties<\/span> don\u2019t allow <span data-term-id=\"60207260\">sublets<\/span>, and others <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/are-sublet-fees-legal.html\">charge a <span data-term-id=\"60207260\">sublet<\/span> fee<\/a>. Don&#8217;t risk <span data-term-id=\"60207261\">eviction<\/span> by violating a legally binding <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Occupancy: <\/strong>Ask about <span data-term-id=\"60207292\">occupancy limits<\/span>. Some <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental properties<\/span> limit the number of people who can live in a rental unit at the same time. For example, a <span data-term-id=\"60207266\">rental property<\/span> may allow only two people to live in a studio apartment at a time. If you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/adding-a-roommate-to-your-lease.html\">add a <span data-term-id=\"60207262\">roommate<\/span><\/a>, check your apartment lease first.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintenance requests: <\/strong><span data-term-id=\"60207251\">Landlords<\/span> should handle significant maintenance issues, like plumbing and pest control. Tenants often address minor maintenance issues, such as replacing light bulbs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lease renewal: <\/strong>The lease should specify when and how your management company handles renewals. Some <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlords<\/span> ask for two months\u2019 notice if you don\u2019t want to renew the <span data-term-id=\"60207255\">lease agreement<\/span>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/realestate\/landlord-tenant-law\/can-my-landlord-terminate-lease-without-reason.html\">Lease renewal provisions<\/a> help you and your <span data-term-id=\"60207251\">landlord<\/span> plan ahead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Get Legal Help With a Lease or <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">Rental Agreement<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lease and <span data-term-id=\"60207254\">rental agreements<\/span> are legally binding on all parties. It\u2019s essential to understand what you are signing. 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