THIS IS NOT A LEASE OR OFFER OF LEASE
In an effort to familiarize potential Tenants/Occupants with
key terms contained in our standard Lease Agreement and general
conditions of tenancy in our properties, we offer the following
information for review. An actual Lease Agreement containing
these and other terms will be offered to all qualified Tenants
for review and acceptance before execution by all parties. Landlord
Thomas Family Property Management Property Manager
Keith Thomas Tenant
Guarantor of individual lease who is liable for the payment of
rent and performance of all other terms of the lease. Leased Property
Leases are for residential purposes only. Tenant leases home
with the use of all other common areas and equipment/services
provided by the Home Owners Association (HOA). Keys
Occupant is issued one set of keys (house, pool, laundry, etc.)
on move-in and is responsible for delivering the keys to property
manager upon move-out. If not returned, the cost of re-keying
the lock and a replacement set of keys will be deducted from
tenant’s security deposit. Garage Opener
If the home has an automatic garage door opener, one or two remote
opening devices are provided to Tenant for use while living
in the house. Remotes must be turned-in upon move-out before
security deposits are refunded. Appliances
Landlord may provide at no additional cost to Tenants some standard
home appliances for use during the term of the Lease. All appliances
provided are warranted to be in good working condition upon
move-in and will be repaired or replaced as necessary during
the term of the lease when notified by Tenant that service
is required. Additional appliances or equipment provided by
Tenant are the sole responsibility of Tenant and must be removed
upon vacating the premises. Limits on use of Property
The premises are to be used as a private residence. Guests may
be invited to stay for no more than ten (10) days per six-month
period during the term of the Lease without express written
permission of the landlord. Term
All Leases are for a minimum twelve (12) month period and may
be available for longer term. Renewal
Approximately 30 days prior to the end of each Lease, a new lease
agreement may be offered for an additional one-year term at
discretion of Landlord. Priority is usually given to existing
tenants interested in renewal. Security Deposits
Upon signing a Lease, tenant will deposit with Landlord a security
deposit usually equal to about one month rent. Security deposits
may not be used toward rent payments or other fees that may
become due under the terms of the signed lease. During the
term of the lease, landlord may use some or all of the security
deposit to pay for repair of damage or extraordinary maintenance
required due to negligence or misuse of the property by Tenant.
Where possible, notice will be given and the opportunity provided
for Tenant to make or pay for repairs or extraordinary maintenance
before deposited funds are used. If deposited funds are used
during the term of the lease, Landlord will provide an accounting
of how funds were used, along with a notice for Tenant to replace
the used funds within thirty (30) days. Within twenty-one (21)
days after Tenant has vacated the premises, returned keys and
provided Landlord with a forwarding address, Landlord will
return the security deposit to Tenant. If the security deposit
is not returned in full, the Landlord will give Tenant an itemized
written statement of the reasons for, and dollar amount of,
any security deposit retained by Landlord, along with a check
for any deposit balance. Monthly Rent
Rents are based on market conditions for comparable accommodations
and are non-negotiable. Payment of Rent
Rent is due monthly, payable in advance on the first day of each
month and considered delinquent if not received by the fifth
day of the month. Rent is to be paid by mail to the address
listed in each Lease. If rent payments are delinquent more
than once during the term, Landlord will assess a late payment
fee of $25.00 for each delinquent payment. Checks returned
by your bank for any reason must be replaced with a money order
for the amount of the check plus a $27.00 processing fee and
a $25.00 late fee. Utilities and Services
With the exceptions of gardening, garbage and water services
provided by Landlord/HOA, Tenant is responsible for all utility
and other house service charges including but not limited to
gas, electric, telephone, cable and Internet services. Tenant
will arrange and pay for all services, including any fees for
hook-up and disconnect. The property is furnished with light
bulbs for all fixtures at the time Tenant takes possession.
It is the Tenant’s responsibility to replace them thereafter. Satellite Service
The installation of a satellite television or radio receiver
must conform to any local ordinances and HOA restrictions (if
any). Notification of intent to install and location selection
must be given to the Property Manager and HOA before installation
is made. Upon vacating premises, satellite equipment must be
removed by Tenants or it will be considered abandoned property
to be claimed by Landlord. Repairs to wall facade must be made
by Tenant or repair costs will be deducted from the security
deposit. Assignment and Subletting
Tenant will not sublet any part of the premises or assign their
Lease agreement without the express written consent of the
Landlord. Maintenance
Tenant will keep the premises clean, sanitary and in good condition.
Tenant will inspect the property with the Property Manager
prior to move-in to determine and detail the condition of the
property. Upon termination of the tenancy, the Tenant must
return the premises to the Landlord in a condition identical
to that which existed when Tenant moved-in, except for ordinary
wear and tear. Occupants are required to immediately notify
the Property Manager of any defects or dangerous conditions
in and about the premises about which the Tenant becomes aware.
Tenant is also required to assist Landlord in mitigating any
further damage to the property by taking whatever action may
be required to handle an emergency if the Property Manager
cannot be located or contacted (i.e. – calling a plumber
to fix a leak, preventing further water damage). Alterations-Signs
Tenant may not make any alteration, repair or decoration to the
premises without prior written consent of Landlord. Tenant
may not publicly display any sign or exhibit on the premises
without the prior written consent of Landlord. Storage
Bicycles, camper shells, furniture and other personal effects
are to be stored in the areas provided and are not to be left
outside or in a manner which will detract from the neighborhood.
No gasoline, paint or other flammable materials will be stored
on the premises. Parking
Assigned parking space(s) will be identified in the Lease. It
is the Tenant’s responsibility to inform guests where
to park on the street or other areas which will not interfere
with neighbors. No trailers, boats, campers or recreational
vehicles may be parked on the premises for more than 7 days
during the term of the Lease. Violating Laws and Causing Disturbances
Tenant and neighbors are entitled to quiet enjoyment of the premises.
The Tenant and their guests or invitees may not use the premises
or adjacent areas in such a way as to violate any law or ordinance,
commit waste (severe property damage), or create a nuisance
by annoying, disturbing, inconveniencing or interfering with
the quite enjoyment and peace and quiet of any other nearby
resident. Drugs and Alcohol
Landlord maintains a Zero Tolerance Policy regarding the possession,
storage, use, abuse, trafficking or sale of illegal drugs or
substances from or within the premises. The Policy also extends
to under-age drinking. No warnings are required or will be
given. If the Tenant or their guests/invitees are found to
participate in these illegal activities, Landlord will issue
a 24-hour vacate notice to Occupant and may notify local law
enforcement for further action. In such a case, Tenant will
continue to be responsible for all other terms of the Lease,
including any remaining rents due through the end of the Lease
term. Pets
No animals, birds or other pets will be kept on the premises
without express written approval of Landlord. If a Tenant wants
to keep a pet on the premises, a separate Addendum to the Lease
must be signed by the Tenant and supplemental security deposit
given to Landlord. Liquid Furniture
Tenant shall not use or have waterbeds or other liquid furniture
on the premises unless:
- Tenant
obtains a valid waterbed insurance policy, and
- Tenant
increases the security deposit in an amount equal to
one-half of the month’s rent, and
- The
bed conforms to the floor load capacity of premises
Insurance
Tenant’s or guest’s personal property and vehicles
are not insured by Landlord against loss or damage due to fire,
theft, vandalism, rain, water, criminal or negligent acts of
others, or any other cause. Landlord recommends that Tenant carry
Tenant’s own insurance (renters insurance) to protect Tenant
from any such loss. HOA Rules
A copy of the HOA rules will be provided to Tenant upon move-in
and must be kept on the premises throughout the term of the
Lease. Tenant must acknowledge having read and understood the
HOA rules. Tenant and their guests must abide by the rules
of the HOA. Any fines or penalties levied by the HOA are the
sole responsibility of the Tenant and must be satisfied prior
to vacating the premises. Any unpaid fines will be deducted
from the security deposit. |