{"id":232,"date":"2024-07-15T18:42:08","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T18:42:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.rentprogress.com\/?p=232"},"modified":"2026-05-20T20:13:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T20:13:43","slug":"5-things-to-know-before-signing-your-lease-agreement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rentprogress.com\/blog\/5-things-to-know-before-signing-your-lease-agreement\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things to Know Before Signing Your Lease Agreement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, you&#8217;re thinking about signing a lease agreement for a rental home. That&#8217;s a big step! Before you put pen to paper, it&#8217;s important to know what you&#8217;re getting into.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help, we compiled a list of tips to help you consider whether the lease will work for you or not.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-before-signing-a-lease-agreement-nbsp\">Before Signing a Lease Agreement&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-subtitle stk-block-subtitle stk-block stk-6e1a330\" data-block-id=\"6e1a330\"><p class=\"stk-block-subtitle__text stk-subtitle\"><strong>1. Lease Term and Renewal Options\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, check the lease term and renewal options to ensure they work for you. According to The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/spotlight\/2022\/housing-leases-in-the-u-s-rental-market\/home.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">59.6% of leases were 12-month leases<\/a>. However, some property managers will offer shorter or longer options.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid committing to more time than you should. Remember, lease renewals are easy to sign on for, but it can be difficult to end a lease early.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-subtitle stk-block-subtitle stk-block stk-ad1d9c5\" data-block-id=\"ad1d9c5\"><p class=\"stk-block-subtitle__text stk-subtitle\"><strong>2. Rent and Payment Terms\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, take a good look at the rent amount, payment terms, and any additional fees. Calculate whether the total costs fit your budget and understand when and how you need to pay. You should also understand what actions trigger penalties for late payments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions concerning your rental agreement, don&#8217;t be shy! Ask your property manager for clarification.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-subtitle stk-block-subtitle stk-block stk-cbe8ed8\" data-block-id=\"cbe8ed8\"><p class=\"stk-block-subtitle__text stk-subtitle\"><strong>3. Security Deposit and Move-in Conditions\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you move in, you\u2019ll want to inspect the home carefully and document any existing damage or wear and tear. Taking detailed photos or videos is a good way to keep a record, in case there&#8217;s any confusion later. If there are any damage or maintenance issues, notify your property manager right away so they can take care of it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s also important to know how much the security deposit is and what conditions need to be met for a refund when you move out.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-subtitle stk-block-subtitle stk-block stk-c944260\" data-block-id=\"c944260\"><p class=\"stk-block-subtitle__text stk-subtitle\"><strong>4. Maintenance and Repair\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Know your duties as a tenant for upkeeping and making small repairs in your rental home. Find out what the property manager is responsible for and how to report any maintenance issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Property managers understand that routine wear and tear happens, but you\u2019ll still want to keep your living space in good shape. We recommend following this <a href=\"https:\/\/rentprogress.com\/residents\/resources\/home-care-and-maintenance#schedule\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maintenance Schedule<\/a> to stay ahead of most maintenance items.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-subtitle stk-block-subtitle stk-block stk-0574775\" data-block-id=\"0574775\"><p class=\"stk-block-subtitle__text stk-subtitle\"><strong>5. Lease Termination and Early Exit\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Life can throw us curveballs sometimes so it&#8217;s good to know your options for ending your lease early if you need to move unexpectedly. 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