Charges

Summarized

Late Charge (Rent): The Landlord has taxes, mortgage, and expenses to pay so the rent must be paid on time. If rent is paid late, the Tenant shall pay, in addition to the rent, a late charge in the amount of five percent (5%) of the amount due. This is non-negotiable.
Returned Payment: If a payment is returned, a non-negotiable service charge of $75 will be billed to the tenant. This applies to each instance in which a check or electronic payment is dishonored for any reason.
Utilities: When moving in, if the Tenant fails to initiate utility service (refer to your lease to see your utility responsibility) by the Lease Commencement Date, a $195 fee will be billed to the Tenant. When moving out, if Tenant fails to disconnect utilities (DO NOT DISCONNECT UTILITIES PRIOR TO 11:59 PM ON YOUR LEASE END DATE. EVEN IF YOU ARE MOVING OUT EARLY, YOU MUST MAINTAIN THE UTILITIES IN YOUR NAME UNTIL 11:59 PM ON YOUR LEASE END DATE), a $195 fee will be billed to Tenant. If the Tenant cancels service prior to the Lease Expiration Date, a $195 fee will be billed to the Tenant and the Tenant may be responsible for Damage caused by canceling service prior to the Lease Expiration Date.
Keys/Move-in: Each Tenant will be provided with one set of keys to the Premises. Additional keys may be purchased for a $45 administrative fee. One mailbox key per lease will be provided (this is a total of one key).
Keys/Move-out: If the Tenant fails to return all copies of the keys and other related items at the expiration of the Lease, the Tenant will be responsible for a $95 administrative fee, and the cost to change the locks or replace unreturned items. In the event the locks are changed by the Tenant, the Landlord/Agent and any Tenant should be notified immediately and receive a copy of the new key within 24 hours.
Move-out Time: Tenant must completely vacate the Premises before 12:00 pm Noon EST on the Lease Expiration Date. If the Tenant has not vacated by 12:00pm EST, a $450 fee will be charged to the Tenant as a service charge.
Move-in/Out Fees (applicable to Properties Managed By HOA): If the building has any move-in/move-out fees, the Tenant is responsible for coordinating with the building to pay these fees.
Repairs: Refer to our maintenance policy.
Pets: If Tenant violates the “no pets” provision of the Lease, Tenant agrees to pay, a a service fee of $200 per month per animal for each month violation exists, in addition to any damages, physical or otherwise, which in the opinion of Landlord were caused by the unauthorized animal on premises.
Sublets: Pending Landlord approval, a Tenant may sublet this lease. A $400 fee for processing the new lease and application will be billed to the Tenant.

Language From Lease

ADDITIONAL CHARGES: Tenant agrees that in the event Tenant fails to pay any installment of rent within five (5) days of the date on which it is due and payable, Tenant shall pay, additional to the rent, a late charge in the amount of five percent (5%) of the amount due. However, the five (5) day late period is NOT a grace period. The monthly rent is due and payable on the first of each month. If the amount due is a service charge, fee or other payment (other than the monthly rent), such amount shall be due upon transmission of the invoice by Landlord/Agent. The late charge must be paid as additional rent together with the rent then overdue and in arrears and acceptance of such payment is not a waiver of the requirement that monthly rent is due on the first day of the month and all other sums are due upon transmission of the invoice. Nothing in this Lease constitutes a waiver or limitation of Landlord/Agent's right to institute legal proceedings for rent, damages and/or repossession of the Premises for non-payment of any installment of rent when and as the same becomes due and payable. A service charge in the amount of $75 or the maximum permitted by law whichever is greater will be automatically made for each instance in which a check or electronic payment is dishonored for any reason.

Tenant shall be responsible for contacting and arranging for any utility service listed above. If Tenant fails to initiate service by the Lease Commencement Date, a $195 fee will be charged to Tenant as a service charge. If Landlord is billed for utilities, due to failure of Tenant not transferring utilities into Tenant’s name by the Lease Commencement Date, Tenant will be responsible for these costs. Tenant shall be responsible for having same utilities disconnected, and final bill paid within 5 days after the Lease Expiration Date. Failure to pay the final the final bill, within 5 days after the Lease Expiration Date will result in a $195 service charge, billed to the Tenant. If Tenant cancels service prior to the Lease Expiration Date, a $195 fee will be charged to Tenant and Tenant may be liable for damage caused by canceling service prior to Lease Expiration Date. Tenant shall use reasonable care in conservation of utilities not chargeable to Tenant. Tenant will not bring into use any articles in the Premises that will overload any utility capacities thereof or install any major devices or appliances which create excess usage of any utilities that are chargeable to Landlord.

KEYS/MOVE-IN: Each Tenant over the age of 18 will be provided one set of keys to the Premises.

Tenant is required to complete the ‘Move-in Questionnaire’ that will be sent after this lease has been executed. The ‘Move-in Questionnaire’ will ask for Tenant’s forwarding address where keys will be sent. Additional keys may be provided upon request, after $45 administrative fee and actual key cost has been paid by Tenant.

Tenant shall not make copies of the keys or fobs nor shall Tenant provide any keys or fobs to any third persons without the express written consent of Landlord/Agent. Tenant shall return all keys and fobs as directed by Landlord at the expiration date of this lease. Parking passes, and other miscellaneous items are to be left on kitchen counter in the Premises or as otherwise instructed by Landlord/Agent. If Tenant fails to return all copies of the keys and other related items at the expiration of the Lease, Tenant will be responsible for a $95 administrative fee, and the cost to change the locks or replacing unreturned items. Said cost will be deducted from Tenants’ security deposit. Tenant acknowledges that all additional keys purchased by Tenant for the Premises will be returned to Landlord/Agent at the time of move-out. In the event the locks are changed by Tenant, Landlord/Agent and any Tenant should be notified immediately and receive a copy of the new key within 24 hours.

BUILDING

If applicable, Tenant is responsible for all move-in and move-out fees for the building where the Premises is located and must pay any fees directly to the building manager. As of the date hereof,

the move-in fee for this building is ______________. It is also the Tenant’s responsibility to coordinate the move-in and move-out directly with the building manager if required by the Association (as defined below). The building manager can be contacted by using the following information:

Moving into the Premises is separate and apart from the building move-in and this will be scheduled after the Lease is signed. If Tenant fails to coordinate its move-in with building manager, Landlord/Agent is not responsible. Tenant agrees to timely register any cars, bicycles and pets with the building manager, as applicable.

MOVE-OUT INSPECTION/SURRENDER OF PREMISES: Tenant will, upon termination of this Lease, surrender the Premises and all personal property of Landlord therein in good and clean condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted. Tenant will leave the Premises free of trash and debris. Prior to the move-out inspection, Tenant shall:

A.Upon vacating the Premises, Tenant must return all keys and fobs, garage door openers, passes and any other related items in accordance with Paragraph 11 hereof and the instructions communicated to Tenant from Landlord/Tenant prior to the Lease Expiration Date.
B.Have Premises professionally treated for fleas and ticks if pets have been present at the Premises.
C.Change all filters.
D.Ensure that all light bulbs and smoke detectors/carbon monoxide alarms in working order. Batteries for ALL smoke detectors/carbon monoxide alarms must be replaced immediately prior to Tenant’s departure.
E.Tenant must ensure that the grass is cut, leaves are swept (if applicable) and trash removed. At the Lease expiration, Landlord will hire professional cleaners to clean the interior of the property. If the Premises are rented with carpet or rugs, Landlord will hire professional company to shampoo and clean said rugs or carpets. Such cost for cleaning and steam cleaning will be deducted from the security deposit.
F.Tenant will be responsible for any damage to walls or woodwork including but not limited to those resulting from the use of picture hooks, cup hooks, nails, or screws. Tenant agrees to repair all holes and damage made in walls and woodwork, etc. at his/her sole expense. Tenant will return all floors cleaned in the same condition as received. Tenant is responsible for any damage to the floors due to water stains that are caused by Tenant misuse, omission or neglect. If the repair work to the walls and woodwork are not completed, or not acceptable in Landlord/Agent’s sole discretion, Landlord will repair the walls and woodwork at Tenant’s cost and expense. Touch-up painting is not permitted. If Tenant decides to perform wall repair or re-painting to return property into original condition, the work must be performed by a professional to avoid additional cost that will be incurred if the repairs are not completed correctly.

Landlord/Agent will inform Tenant of the scheduled inspection through the Tenant Portal or email. Tenant has the right to be present at the time of inspection. The scheduled inspection date and time will be determined by Landlord/Agent. The inspection date shall occur within three (3) business days after Tenant vacates the Premises. If Tenant is present during inspection, it is understood that Landlord/Agent will not provide breakdown of charges during the walk-through inspection.

Tenant is required to inform Landlord/Agent of its move-out date at least ten (10) days prior to the end date of this Lease (this applies after proper Lease expiration or Lease termination notice is given as stated above in Paragraph 15). This will be communicated through the Tenant Portal.

Tenant must completely vacate the Premises before 12:00 pm Noon EST on the Lease Expiration Date. If Tenant has not vacated by 12:00pm EST, a $450 fee will be charged to the Tenant as a service charge. If Tenant fails to pay the assessed fee, said cost will be deducted from Tenants security deposit.

Landlord will complete any of the above items not completed by Tenant and such costs will be deducted from the security deposit and Tenant will be charged and remain liable for any costs in excess of the security deposit.

PETS:

A.Tenant shall not keep or allow pet(s) on the Premises except as follows or with subsequent written consent of Landlord/Agent. The following pet(s) may be kept on the Premises: ______________________.

An additional deposit of ______________________ is required for keeping a pet on the Premises. Tenant agrees to arrange for andpay the costs of having the carpets/flooring professionally cleaned, deodorized and treated for fleas, ticks and other vermin at the termination of occupancy, should the above consent be given. Paid receipts for such cleaning and treatment must be provided to Landlord/Agent. Tenant further agrees to assume all liability and to be responsible for any damage caused by said pet(s) such as, but not limited to damage to carpets, sub flooring and wood floors, screens, glass and frames and landscaping. Tenant must comply with any pet ordinances enacted by the local authorities, or the Association, if applicable. Tenant shall not keep the pet on Premises if the pet is or becomes vicious or threatening, bites or attacks any person or other pet, or otherwise is or becomes a nuisance.

Tenant assumes full liability for the results of any actions of pet. If Tenant permits or harbors a pet on the Premises without: (1) permission of Landlord, and (2) payment of the required additional deposit, Tenants shall be in violation of the Lease. If Tenant violates the “no pets” provision of the Lease, Tenant agrees to pay, as a service fee $200 per month per animal for each month violation exists, in additional to any damages, physical or otherwise, which in the opinion of Landlord were caused by the unauthorized animal on premises. Landlord also reserves the right to require removal of the animal from the Premises.

B.If Tenant or Tenant’s minor child has a disability, upon advanced written notice to Landlord plus providing an additional deposit, Tenant may keep and maintain a service animal specifically trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of the individual with a disability. Such service animal may be kept within the Premises, and shall have access to the Premises and all other related structures in accordance with applicable laws. If Tenant has a service pet, Tenant agrees to pay the cost of having the Premises de-fleaed and de-ticked by a professional exterminator of Landlord’s choice, and if carpeted, the carpeting shampooed and deodorized by a professional cleaner of Landlord’s choice, at the termination of occupancy. Tenant further agrees to assume all liability for pet’s behavior and actions, and will be responsible for compliance with all laws, regulations and ordinances regarding pets and for any damage caused by said including, but not limited to, odor and property damage.

By Landlord: Except as otherwise provided, Landlord (or the Association, if applicable) will maintain the structural portions and electrical, plumbing and heating systems of the Premises in good repair and condition and will be responsible for all major repairs not due to the fault or negligence of Tenant. Structural elements include, but are not limited to, the roof, floor and ceiling systems; bearing walls and partitions; columns, lintels, girders and load-bearing beams; foundation systems and footings; all interior stair-carriage systems; all necessary materials required for the joining, support, fastening or attachment of the foregoing items; all components of the exterior designed to prevent infiltration of water (i.e., paint, shingles, siding and trims); and hand railings, steps, sidewalks and driveways. Landlord will use best efforts to service the HVAC system two times per each calendar year (i.e.: spring and fall). Landlord is responsible for the repair and replacement of the appliances and equipment (such as washers/dryers and garbage disposals); provided, however, if the repair or replacement is due to the fault or negligence of Tenant, as determined by Landlord, then Tenant shall be financially responsible for the entire cost of the repair or replacement of the appliance or equipment.

SUBLET/ASSIGNMENT/SUBSTITUTION OF ROOMMATES: Tenant may not assign this Lease or sublet or license the Premises or any portion thereof, or transfer possession or occupancy thereof to any other person or persons (including but not limited to a substitution of roommates in the Premises) without the prior written consent of Landlord/Agent. Landlord/Agent consent shall be in Landlord’s sole discretion and only provided that the prospective assignee or subtenant satisfies established standards set forth by Landlord/Agent for all prospective tenants including, but not limited to, a credit check, rental and employment references and Tenant's payment of a $400 service charge paid to Agent defraying Agent expenses incidental to processing the application for assignment, subtenancy or substitution of roommates. In the case of subletting, Tenant may be held liable for any breach of this Lease by subtenant. This section does not apply to Premises located in the Association or other common ownership community that legally restricts or prohibits subletting or assignments.