RENTAL AGREEMENT
Received From:
Hereinafter referred to as Tenant, the sum of $ , Evidenced by Cash or Check as a deposit which, upon acceptance of this rental agreement, shall belong to the landlord of the premises, hereinafter referred to as Landlord and shall be applied as follows: Rent for the period from Security Deposit Other (option) TOTAL $ $ $ $
In the event that this agreement is not accepted by the Landlord or his authorized agent within 3 days, the total deposit received shall be refunded. Tenant hereby offers to rent from the Landlord the premises situated in the City of r, Michigan County of Wayne, State of Michigan, described as Upon the following Terms and Conditions. TERM: The term hereof shall commence on , and continue on a month-to-month basis. Landlord may terminate the tenancy or modify the terms of this Agreement by giving the Tenant 30 days written notice. Tenant may terminate the tenancy by giving the Landlord 30 days written notice. At the completion of said term, Tenant shall return the keys to the Landlord by day of vacating. RENT: Tenant agrees that the rent shall be $ per Month, payable in advance on the 1st. day of each calendar month to the Landlord or his authorized agent at the following address: , or at such other place as may be designated by the Landlord from time to time. In the event that rent is not paid on or before the date due, the Tenant agrees to pay a late charge of $25.00 plus $5.00 for each additional day late. Tenant further agrees to pay $30.00 for each dishonored bank check. If it becomes necessary for the Landlord to collect the rent, a $10.00 charge will be made each time an attempt is made to collect this rent. If, after seven (7) days rent has not been paid, eviction proceedings shall commence.
UTILITY BILLS: Tenant agrees and shall be responsible for the payment of any and all electric, utility, gas, fuel, and oil expenses incurred during the occupancy of the premises. MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY: It is expressly understood that this agreement is between Landlord and each signatory individually and severally. In the event of default by any one signatory, each and every remaining signatory shall be responsible for timely payment of the entire rent and all other provisions of this agreement. USE: The premises shall be used as a private residence for Tenant(s) and their minor children, and for no other purpose, without the written consent of the Landlord. Occupancy by guests staying overnight 5 days will be considered in violation of this provision, unless consented by the Landlord. PETS: shall be brought on the premises, either inside or outside, without prior written consent of the Landlord.
HOUSE RULES: Tenant agrees to abide any and all house rules, whether promulgated before or after execution hereof, including but not limited to, rules with respect to noise, odors, disposal of refuse, pets, parking, and use of common areas. Tenant shall not have a waterbed on the premises without the prior written consent of the Landlord. ORDINANCES AND STATUTES: Tenant shall comply with all statutes, ordinances and requirements of all municipal, state and federal authorities now in force, or which may hereafter be in force, pertaining to the use of the premises. ASSISGNMENT AND SUBLETTING: Tenant shall not assign this agreement or sublet any portion of the premises without prior written consent of the Landlord which may not unreasonable withheld. ENTRY AND INSPECTION: Tenant shall permit Landlord or Landlord’s agent to enter the premises at reasonable times and upon reasonable notice for the purpose of inspecting the premises or showing the same to prospective tenants or purchasers, or for making necessary repairs. Prior to the expiration of the rental term, Landlord hereby reserves the right to affix “For Rent” signs on the premises. MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS: Tenant shall at his own expense, and at all times, maintain the premises in a clean and sanitary manner including all equipment, appliances, furniture and furnishings therein and shall surrender the same, at termination hereof, in as good condition as received, normal wear and tear excepted. Tenant shall take good care of the premises and fixtures and make good any injury or breakage done by Tenant or Tenants agents, clerks, servant or Tenants visitors or caused by the overflow or escape of water, steam, gas or other substance resulting from negligence of Tenant or Tenants agents, clerks, servants or Tenants visitors. Tenant shall not paint, wallpaper or otherwise redecorate or make alterations without the prior written consent of the Landlord. Tenant shall be held responsible for the cost of cleaning and/or repair of any sewer or drains that have been blocked or impeded by the negligence of the Tenant or Tenants agents, clerks, servants or Tenants visitors. Tenant agrees that he will not put in sewer or drains the following; throw-away diapers, sanitary napkins or tampons, Kleenex or other cleansing tissues, cigarettes, grease, oil or any item not intended for such disposal. If Tenant breaks or damages any items, i.e. windows, doors, locks, etc. said items should be repaired or replaced immediately. If after seven (7) days the Tenant has not
repaired or replaced the item, the Landlord may repair or replace the item and the cost shall be charged to the Tenant and become due immediately. NOTICE: Michigan Law establishes right and obligation for parties to rental agreements. This agreement is required to comply with the Trust in Renting Act. If you have a question about the interpretation or legality of a provision of this agreement you may want to seek assistance from an attorney or other qualified person. “You must notify your Landlord in writing within four (4) days after you move of a forwarding address where you can be reached and where you receive mail; otherwise your Landlord shall be relieved of sending you an itemized list of damages and the penalties adherent to that failure” The Landlord name and address for receipt of communication to the above shall be: ATTORNEY’S FEES: In the event any legal action is brought by either party to enforce the terms herein or elating to the demised premises, the Landlord shall be entitled to all costs in connection with such action, unless otherwise ruled by the court. WAIVER: No failure of the Landlord to enforce any item hereof shall be deemed a waiver, nor shall acceptance of a partial payment of rent be deemed a waiver of the Landlord’s right to the full amount thereof. NOTICES: Any notice which either party may or is required to give, may be given by mailing the same, to Tenant at the premises or to the Landlord at the address as listed in this agreement or at any other place as may be designated by the parties. HOLDING OVER: Any holding over after separation hereof, with the written consent of the Landlord, shall be construed as a month-to-month tenancy in accordance with the terms hereof, as applicable. TIME: Time is of the essence of this agreement. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The Landlord shall be released from liability arising from loss, damage, or injury caused by fire or other casualty for which insurance is carried by Tenant, under a policy which permits waivers of liability and waives the injurer's rights of subrogation to the extent of any recovery by the insured party under the policy. Tenant is required to maintain the yard, landscaping, snow shoveling and cleaning of the basement as a condition of this lease. DRUG TRAFFICKING IS A VIOLATION OF THE LAW AND OF THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT AND WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. ANY ILLEGAL DRUG TRAFFICKING IS A BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT AND SUBJECTS TENANT TO IMMEDIATE TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT. TENANTS TO INITIAL __________ __________
The following charges apply to the Tenant (s) under the terms of this Agreement: There will be a Late Charge of $25.00 plus $5.00 for each additional day late until rent is paid in full. There will be a Charge of $30.00 for each Dishonored Check (NSF) Bank Check. If a NSF check is received, NO further personal checks will be accepted. There will be a Charge of $10.00 for each Notice To Quit (Non-payment of Rent Notice) mailed or given to Tenant. There will be a Charge of $10.00 each time Agent must go to the property in an attempt to collect Rent. There will be a Charge of $50.00 for each Attorney’s Letter of Demand that is mailed or given the Tenant in an attempt to collect Rent due.
The charges specified above are cumulative and each will be charged in addition to any others that apply. Charges due must be paid promptly, with any outstanding rent, to protect tenancy and credit. THIS RENTAL AGREEMENT SUPERSEDES AND REPLACES ANY OTHER WRITTEN OR ORAL AGREEMENTS. THE UNDERSIGNED TENANT HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGED RECEIPT OF A COPY HEREOF. DATED: _____________________
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