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Contract Information
Presented by
Bud & Sandy Hutchinson
Tifton, GA.
229-382-6023
This is a copy of my rental contract.
DATE_______________________________
NAME_______________________________________________________
OTHER
OCCUPANTS__________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
EFFECTIVE DATE__________________ENDING
DATE_____________
DATE RENT DUE __________________MONTHLY
RENTAL RATE______
DEPOSIT_________________
1)
I agreed to rent the above property for
residential purposes only, on a 12 consecutive month basis at the rate
specified, and to pay said rental in advance and promptly on the date due.
Landlord reserves the right at its option to increase the rent
payable under this lease upon sixty (60) days prior written notice to
resident(s), provided however that within fifteen (15) days of resident's
receipt of such notice resident(s) may in writing elect to terminate this
Lease as of the date of such increase.
In the event resident(s) fails to give notice of election to
terminate within such fifteen day period, then resident shall be obligated
to pay such increase amounts for the remainder of the term of this lease in
the same manner as if such increased rentals were stated herein the date of
execution of this Agreement. Resident(s) is required to give 30 days notice
upon termination.
2)
Rent is payable monthly in advance
during the term of this agreement on the first day of each month.
A $25.00 late charge will be assessed on rent on the 5th day after
rent is due. Late charges
commence after 5 p.m. of the 4th day of the month.
A returned check will result in a $25.00 charge.
In the event rent is not paid as agreed and it becomes necessary to
serve notice of such default, I agree to pay all cost for the service of
such notice and, if legal action is taken, to pay all cost in connection
with such action.
3)
I agree to give the Landlord not less
than thirty (30) day written notice of intent to vacate the property rented
for any reason I have for vacating the property.
I understand this notice is required under the GEORGIA STATE LAWS.
4)
I agree to use said dwelling as living
quarters for the residence of said named residents being ____ adults and ___
children, and for no other purpose whatsoever.
5)
I understand the Landlord may terminate
this agreement at any time by giving written notice to me in person or by U.
S. Mail thirty (30) days before the date of termination.
6)
The security deposit, which is
deposited in an escrow account maintained by management, at Suntrust Bank
under the account number 6424024229, is due upon signing this agreement.
Refund in full will be made after the dwelling is vacated and subject to the
following provisions:
a)
Formal written notice of intent to vacate has been received by the
landlord a full (30) days prior to said vacating.
b)
No damage to property beyond normal wear and tear is evident.
c)
The entire dwelling including range, bathrooms, closets, and
cupboards are clean.
d)
No unpaid late charges, delinquent rents or any other charges remain
outstanding.
e)
All keys are returned.
f)
All debris, rubbish and garbage are to
be placed for city garbage pickup.
g)
Forwarding address has been left with Landlord. Once all of these
conditions have been met to satisfaction of the Landlord, and any cost of
labor and material for cleaning and repairs have been deducted, the
remaining balance of deposits will be returned by check within thirty (30)
days by Landlord payable jointly to all persons who sign this agreement. THE
SECURITY DEPOSIT WILL NOT BE NONREFUNDED IF RESIDENT VACATES THE DWELLING
FOR ANY REASON OTHER THAN A TRANSFER OUT OF THE COUNTY AS STIPULATED IN
PAPRAGRAPH 15, PRIOR TO THIS AGREEMENT TERMINATION DATE.
7)
No pets are allowed in the dwelling.
I agree that the covenants contained in all paragraphs of this lease
agreement once breached cannot afterward be performed, and that in case of
breach, unlawful retainer proceedings may be commenced at once without any
notice whatsoever.
8)
I agree to return to the Landlord all
keys immediately when vacating the premises. A minimum fee of $55.00 will be
charged for any re-keying of locks if all keys are not returned.
9)
I agree to take good care of said
dwelling and all of the furnishings and appliances therein are accepted as
in good condition, provided however, that if resident shall find any thereof
not in good condition, or that the inventory set forth below is incorrect in
any particular, a written statement of any objections shall be delivered to
the Landlord within three (3) days after taking possession; otherwise, it
will be conclusively presumed that said inventory is correct in all
particulars, and residents agree not to permit the premises, including
woodwork, floors, walls, fixtures or appliances contained therein to be
damaged or depreciated in any manner, and to pay for any loss, breakage or
damage thereto. Residents also
are responsible for, and agree to pay for, any damage done by wind or rain
caused by leaving windows open, and by overflow of water or stoppage of
water pipes; breakage of glass, damage to screens or deterioration of lawns
and landscaping as a result of their neglect or abuse.
Resident(s) agrees to maintain grounds in good order and in keeping
with neighborhood. It is agreed that grounds will be in same condition upon
termination of lease as found effective date of lease.
10)
I understand the Landlord has the
option of refusal to renew this rental agreement at the time of termination
if they so desire; without giving explanation as to the reason of refusal.
11)
I shall not paint, wallpaper of make
any alterations or change in the property without the Landlord's
authorization in writing.
12)
I agree not to use or permit the
premises to be used for any illegal or improper purposes, not permit any
disturbance, or noise or annoyances, whatsoever, detrimental to the premises
or its neighbors.
13)
I will not sublet this property or any
part thereof or assign this agreement without the written consent of the
Landlord.
14)
If residents leave said premises
unoccupied at any time while rent is due and unpaid, Landlord may if
desired, take immediate possession thereof and exclude residents therefrom;
removing and storing at the expense of said residents all property found
contained therein. After said contents have been in storage for thirty (30)
days by the Landlord, they may dispose of contents as they desire.
15)
This rental agreement may be terminated
if the permanent residence of the resident is changed from Tift County due
to an uncontrolled transfer, by a thirty (30) day written notification.
Notification must be submitted thirty (30) days prior to date of
vacating or the resident will be liable for and agree to pay the next full
months rent.
16)
Provided always that if the rent hereby
reserved, or any part thereof, shall be in arrears or in event of any breach
of any covenants and agreements of the party of the resident herein
contained, the Landlord may at their option declare the entire rent for the
term for which said premises are leased, due and payable or may declare this
agreement terminated and reenter upon said demised premises without being
liable to any action therefore, and resident appoints Landlord his agent to
remove all personal belongings from the said demised premises. Provided
always that if the premises or any part thereof shall at any time during the
said term be destroyed or rendered uninhabitable by fire or storm then this
agreement may be canceled or suspended until premises shall have been
reinstated fit for habitation and that the resident shall hold the Landlord
and the owners harmless for any and all damages to his personal property,
for it shall be the responsibility of the resident to carry personal
property insurance (renter’s insurance) to cover any and all personal
property within the demised premises or within the storage areas provided by
the owner. In the event that the tenant terminates this lease agreement
prior to the expiration date of the full term hereof, unless terminated
under provisions of paragraph 15, then the tenant acknowledges and agrees to
pay the Landlord the rental due for the balance of the lease term.
17)
Residents agree to observe and abide by
the rules and regulations governing the occupancy of the demised premises
which are appended to this lease agreement and which are hereby made a part
thereof, and all other and further reasonable rules and regulations which
the Landlord/Owners may hereafter make from time to time for the safety,
care and cleanliness of the premises and preservation of good order therein,
including the quiet and comfortable enjoyment of those in the neighborhood.
18)
Residents agree to have the carpet
professionally cleaned upon termination of lease or may opt to forfeit the
cost of carpet cleaning from the security deposit.
If tenant has lived at residence less than 12 months, resident(s)
agree to pay a repainting fee of $200.00.
19)
Resident has received ______ key(s).
Rules and Regulations
1.
Lawn
areas are not to be parked or driven on.
2.
Common
driveways are not to be blocked.
3.
The
lawn will be maintained regularly according to season and in keeping with
the neighborhood.
4.
No
use of outdoor grills under garage or porch areas.
5.
Resident
may not alter any locks or install a new lock, chain lock or any door
attachment without prior consent of Landlord.
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Resident
Date
Landlord
Date
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