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RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

Date: February 10, 2026

This Residential Lease Agreement ("Lease" or "Agreement") is entered into by and between:

LANDLORD:
Name: [Landlord Name]
Address: [Landlord Address]

TENANT(S):
Name: [Tenant Name(s)]

(the "Landlord" and "Tenant" are each referred to as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties")

1. PREMISES

The Landlord agrees to rent to the Tenant the residential property located at:

[Property Address]

(the "Premises") for use as a private residential dwelling only. The Tenant shall not use the Premises for any commercial or unlawful purpose.

2. LEASE TERM

The lease term shall be for a period of  months from the Lease Start Date. The Lease Start Date shall be ____________ and, unless this is a month-to-month tenancy, the Lease End Date shall be ____________.

3. RENT

(a) Monthly Rent: The Tenant agrees to pay the Landlord a monthly rent of $[Amount] (the "Rent").
(b) Due Date: Rent is due on the first (1st) day of each calendar month.
(c) Payment Method: Rent shall be paid by check, electronic transfer, or other method agreed upon by the Parties.
(d) Late Fee: If Rent is not received by the fifth (5th) day of the month, a late fee of 5% of the monthly Rent amount shall be assessed.
(e) Returned Payments: If any payment is returned due to insufficient funds, the Tenant shall pay a fee of $35.00 in addition to the late fee.

4. SECURITY DEPOSIT

(a) Amount: The Tenant shall pay a security deposit of $[Amount] upon execution of this Lease.
(b) Purpose: The security deposit shall be held by the Landlord as security for the faithful performance of the Tenant's obligations under this Lease.
(c) Return: The security deposit, less any lawful deductions for unpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear and tear, or cleaning costs, shall be returned to the Tenant within the time period required by applicable law in [State] after the termination of this Lease and surrender of the Premises.
(d) Non-Application: The security deposit may not be applied by the Tenant as last month's rent without the Landlord's written consent.

5. UTILITIES AND SERVICES

The Tenant shall be responsible for the payment of all utilities and services associated with the Premises, including but not limited to electricity, gas, water, sewer, internet, and trash collection. The Landlord shall be responsible for: ____________.

6. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

(a) Landlord Responsibilities: The Landlord shall maintain the Premises in a habitable condition, including structural repairs, plumbing, electrical systems, heating, and compliance with applicable building and housing codes.
(b) Tenant Responsibilities: The Tenant shall keep the Premises clean and in good condition, promptly report any maintenance issues to the Landlord, and shall not cause or permit any damage to the Premises beyond normal wear and tear.
(c) Repair Requests: The Tenant shall submit maintenance requests in writing. The Landlord shall respond to non-emergency repairs within a reasonable time and emergency repairs as soon as practicable.

7. PETS

No pets of any kind are permitted on the Premises without the prior written consent of the Landlord. Violation of this clause shall be considered a material breach of this Lease.

8. TENANT OBLIGATIONS

The Tenant agrees to:
(a) Comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations;
(b) Not disturb the peace and quiet of other tenants or neighbors;
(c) Not make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises without written consent of the Landlord;
(d) Not assign or sublease the Premises without written consent of the Landlord;
(e) Allow the Landlord reasonable access for inspections, repairs, and showings with at least 24 hours written notice, except in emergencies.

9. TERMINATION AND DEFAULT

(a) Early Termination: If the Tenant wishes to terminate this Lease before the end of the term, the Tenant must provide at least sixty (60) days written notice and may be required to pay an early termination fee equal to two (2) months' Rent.
(b) Default by Tenant: If the Tenant fails to pay Rent, violates any term of this Lease, or abandons the Premises, the Landlord may, after providing the notice required by applicable law, terminate this Lease and pursue all available legal remedies including eviction proceedings.
(c) Default by Landlord: If the Landlord fails to maintain the Premises in a habitable condition or violates any term of this Lease, the Tenant may pursue all available legal remedies under [State] law.

10. MOVE-OUT AND INSPECTION

Upon termination of this Lease, the Tenant shall:
(a) Return all keys to the Landlord;
(b) Remove all personal belongings and trash;
(c) Leave the Premises in the same condition as received, reasonable wear and tear excepted;
(d) Provide a forwarding address for the return of the security deposit.

The Landlord shall conduct a move-out inspection and provide the Tenant with an itemized statement of any deductions from the security deposit.

11. GOVERNING LAW

This Lease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [State].

12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Lease constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties. No oral agreements or representations shall be binding unless incorporated herein in writing. This Lease may only be modified by a written amendment signed by both Parties.

13. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this Lease is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.


IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Residential Lease Agreement as of the date first written above.


LANDLORD:

Signature: ____________________________
Name: [Landlord Name]
Date: ____________________________


TENANT(S):

Signature: ____________________________
Name: [Tenant Name(s)]
Date: ____________________________


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