A house lease agreement is a document governing the tenancy relationship between the owner of a house and their tenant. Compared with a flat lease agreement, it differs primarily in providing more detailed specifications of the plot on which the property is located, the tenant's obligations and the charging of fees.
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A lease agreement sets out the terms for using premises, whether for living, storing belongings or business purposes. It must always be made in writing and signed by all parties involved. What details must a lease agreement contain?
It is necessary to identify precisely which property is being let, including any land. We recommend stating information about the condition of the property (this can also be included in the handover report) and, where applicable, the number of rooms and floor area.
State the first name, surname, date of birth and permanent address of both the landlord and tenant. Do not forget to state everyone who will live in the house. The Civil Code clearly sets out the rights and obligations of the contracting parties, which should be specified in detail.
When the tenancy starts and ends, and how the tenancy may be extended or terminated. We recommend always entering into a fixed-term lease agreement (1 year).
State the amount of rent and the currency, both in words and figures.
You can collect rent by cheque, in cash or by bank transfer. The most common payment method is a transfer to an account with a clear variable symbol.
Your tenant may pay monthly, quarterly, annually or in any other way. Annual payments are more common for lower rents. The most common option, which we recommend, is to collect rent monthly in advance. Include both details in the agreement.
Set out the rights and obligations of the parties, for example instructions and rules concerning the use of the property or the frequency of the landlord's visits.
Set out when the lease may be terminated early, how long the notice period is and what procedure will apply for returning the property. You must, of course, always comply with the law.
Define the procedure to be followed in the event of repairs or an insured event.
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