Things to Include in you Lease

[Brian Foy]

Good Morning BP Members,

I am currently making my first lease for my rental property. I wanted to get some input on things to include in the lease and get everyone's thoughts on other things they might include as well. below is a list of general things i have already included

1.address rented

2.dates of lease

3. Payment (due date, type accepted, location accepted, late fees, returned check fees, security deposits, utilities)

4. no sub letting

5. maintenance 

6. no repairs and alterations without consent

7. violating laws and disturbances

8.pets

9. landlord's right to access

10. extended absences by tennant

11. possession of the premises

12. rules and regs

13. payment for court costs if necessary 

14. disclosures if any exist

15. accepting legal papers

16. validity

17. grounds for termination

I've read on here about people including things like rent goes up 3% annually on renewal in their tenant's lease. Is there any other good things i am missing that you guys would recommend or anything you discovered worthwhile to include.

thanks in advance