A written rental agreement protects both the owner and the tenant. It records what was agreed, so a question about rent, deposit or repairs later has a clear answer. We help owners and tenants with the rental agreement and paperwork before move-in.
What a rental agreement usually covers
- Names and details of the owner and the tenants, and the full address of the property.
- Monthly rent, the due date and how it is paid.
- Security deposit amount and when and how it is returned.
- The agreement period, renewal, lock-in and notice period.
- Who pays maintenance, society charges and utility bills.
- Repairs, use of the home, sub-letting and the rules both sides agree on.
- A list of fittings and furniture included, and the condition of the home at handover.
What to keep ready
The exact documents differ between rentals, so confirm what is needed for your property. Commonly, owners and tenants keep a valid identity document and current address details ready, and check that the names in the agreement are spelled correctly. Keep copies of the signed agreement and all payment records.
How we help
- Talk you through the points above before you sign.
- Help you check that the agreement matches what you and the other side agreed.
- Guide you through the paperwork needed before the tenant moves in.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Stamp duty, registration and any unusual clause are best confirmed with a lawyer or the sub-registrar’s office.