Think practical and comfortable.Lease Structure: Mid-term rentals typically run anywhere from 1 to 6 months, so having flexible lease terms is key.

They want $1000 for lease up.

In August he switched to paying 50% to 75% of rent due and stopped communicating. its a month to month lease so i had to give 30 days.

Have the tenant sign a Lease Amendment indicating that the tenant is responsible for the cost of installation of the charger, any maint and repairs, and also removal cost (if desired later by you or the HOA). 

Here's a copy of the letter, here's a copy of the receipts for both reg mail and cert mail....here's a copy of our lease. 

I would like to be able to occupy the property for 1 week every 4-6 months, which they agree to (with enough notice on dates) as they have to travel for work at times and could easily vacate during these periods.Has anyone written this sort of agreement into a lease?

The underwriter of your loan may want to see your current property be leased and make sure that it covers your PITI, but that will depend on the guidelines of your lender.

- How much loss to lease is there?

I recommend dropping your price (not your standards) and renting it for a shorter term to get through the winter months, then look for a one-year lease again in the spring.If money is tight, you may consider selling.

There is an Hoa that requires minimum 6 month leases but that was only restriction.