Quick question regarding rental agreement / Possibly a dumb one

[Caleb Harwell]

So I am going over the rental/lease agreement that has had over 3k downloads on biggerpockets. With it along with my current one (I just started a few months ago), I am formulating a new and improved one.

 I've come across the "appliances" section and in it states:

"Such appliances as are in the property, are there solely at the convenience for the tenant and provided by the LANDLORD, who assumes no responsibility for their operation."

- So I do not assume any responsibility for my provided appliances? If they go bad or tear up, it's not my duty to fix or replace them? I am super super new to all of this but, this made me think. Just wanted to clarify is this normal? I feel like they should be my responsibility? I have been wrong many times before! Just wanted some clarification and feedback. Thanks!

Also, any suggestions on key points or statements to include in the rental agreement would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[Paul Ronto]

You can word this section however you want, but ya it sounds like this clause is saying you are not responsible. I put in my leases that if the appliances stop working because of age or routine use I will fix or replace, but if there are signs of abuse it will be the tenant's responsibility. It just depends on how much risk you are willing to assume.  

Other things to remember to include are usually a lead based paint disclosure, possibly a radon or mold disclosure, and if your city or state has an occupancy limits law be sure to include that. 

If you are renting to military personnel there's a military clause you can add in case they are deployed or stationed somewhere far away during the term of your lease. 

Obviously, at move in get a condition report signed, and I would create a move in doc with all the important numbers like fire, police, utilities to change into their name, your contact info, info on how to pay rent, directions to where the main water and gas shutoff are and so forth. Something they can put on the fridge for quick access. 

If you want a few more tips ever feel free to reach out to me directly.