Leases & Rental Agreements - Softcover

Stewart, Marcia; Warner, Ralph; Portman Janet

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1413324509 ISBN 13: 9781413324501

Publisher: Nolo, 2017

Synopsis

<b>Create a solid, binding lease that complies with your state laws</b><br><br>If you rent out residential real estate, you need documents that are legally valid where your rental property is located—and every state’s rules are different when it comes to landlord-tenant law. Typical form leases simply won’t do the job. This book contains the key legal rental forms you need in your state, including:<br><br><ul><li> fixed-term lease</li><li>month-to-month rental agreement</li><li>rental application</li><li>tenant reference and credit check forms</li><li>move-in and move-out letters, and</li><li>property inspection checklist.<br><br></li></ul>The 12th edition is completely updated to reflect the latest state landlord-tenant laws and issues such as restricting tenant sublets through short-term rental services. You’ll find the key state-specific rules you must include in your residential leases and rental agreements, including clauses covering security deposits, entry to rental property, late rent fees, termination notice requirements, and disclosures. All forms are downloadable through a special link in the book.

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Review

"On my scale of one to 10, this excellent book rates a solid 10." Robert Bruss, real estate attorney and nationally syndicated columnist

"A comprehensive look at state and federal laws governing landlord-tenant relations. Recommended..." Library Journal

From the Publisher

Just published Spring of 1998!
Here’s a quick and easy way for landlords to create the key documents necessary for owning or managing rental property—a legally valid lease and rental agreement.

This book also shows how to comply with state and federal laws when renting or leasing residential property and provides legal and practical advice on dealing with deposits, inspections, and more. Includes tear-out forms.

"On my scale of one to 10, this excellent book rates a solid 10."—Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated columnist

"...a comprehensive look at state and federal laws governing landlord-tenant relations. Recommended..."—Library Journal

Edition details

• Publisher: Nolo
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1413324509
• ISBN 13: 9781413324501
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 230