Leases Articles

Guidance on creating, understanding, and managing lease agreements. Includes information on essential clauses, legal requirements, and tips for landlords and tenants to negotiate fair terms.

Lease Agreements

Glossary
What is a Lease Agreement?

6 min read

What is a Lease Agreement?

So, what is a lease agreement? In the context of real estate, a lease agreement is a legally binding document between a landlord...

Glossary
What is a Master Lease?

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What is a Master Lease?

A master lease is a contractual agreement where an individual or property management company (the master tenant) leases an entire property from...

Glossary
What is Assignment of Lease?

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What is Assignment of Lease?

An assignment of lease, or lease assignment, is a critical concept in property management where an existing tenant (assignor) transfers their rights...

State Law
North Dakota Lease Agreement

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North Dakota Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's North Dakota lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

Lease Breaking

Glossary
What is a Lessee?

3 min read

What is a Lessee?

A lessee is an individual or entity that leases an asset from another party, known as the lessor. In real estate, the...

Other

State Law
Vermont Lease Agreement

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Vermont Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Vermont lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

Glossary
What is a Percentage Lease?

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What is a Percentage Lease?

A percentage lease is a commercial lease agreement where the tenant pays a base rent plus a percentage of their gross sales...

Glossary
What is a Ground Lease?

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What is a Ground Lease?

A ground lease, also known as a land lease, is a lease agreement where the tenant leases the land from the landowner...

State Law
New Mexico Lease Agreement

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New Mexico Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's New Mexico lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Montana Lease Agreement

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Montana Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Montana lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
South Carolina Lease Agreement

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South Carolina Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's South Carolina lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

Glossary
What is a Lease Option?

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What is a Lease Option?

Lease options are like standard lease agreements, except they allow tenants the option to buy a rented property after a specified period,...

Glossary
What is a Gross Lease?

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What is a Gross Lease?

A gross lease, most common in commercial leases, is one in which the tenant pays a flat fee for rent, and the...

State Law
Ohio Lease Agreement

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Ohio Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Ohio lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Connecticut Lease Agreement

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Connecticut Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Connecticut lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Arkansas Lease Agreement

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Arkansas Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Arkansas lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Alaska Lease Agreement

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Alaska Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Alaska lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Massachusetts Lease Agreement

8 min read

Massachusetts Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Massachusetts lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
New Hampshire Lease Agreement

8 min read

New Hampshire Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's New Hampshire rental agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Indiana Lease Agreement

8 min read

Indiana Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Indiana lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Delaware Lease Agreement

8 min read

Delaware Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Delaware lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Louisiana Lease Agreement

7 min read

Louisiana Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Louisiana lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Missouri Lease Agreement

7 min read

Missouri Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Missouri lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Nebraska Lease Agreement

7 min read

Nebraska Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Nebraska lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Oklahoma Lease Agreement

8 min read

Oklahoma Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Oklahoma lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Maryland Lease Agreement

8 min read

Maryland Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Maryland lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Oregon Lease Agreement

9 min read

Oregon Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Oregon lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
South Dakota Lease Agreement

8 min read

South Dakota Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's South Dakota lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Utah Lease Agreement

8 min read

Utah Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Utah lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Virginia Lease Agreement

9 min read

Virginia Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Virginia lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
West Virginia Lease Agreement

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West Virginia Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's West Virginia lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Wyoming Lease Agreement

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Wyoming Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Wyoming lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Rhode Island Lease Agreement

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Rhode Island Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Rhode Island lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Maine Lease Agreement

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Maine Lease Agreement

A TurboTenant Maine lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Minnesota Lease Agreement

8 min read

Minnesota Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Minnesota lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Nevada Lease Agreement

8 min read

Nevada Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Nevada lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Wisconsin Lease Agreement

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Wisconsin Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Wisconsin lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Kentucky Lease Agreement

7 min read

Kentucky Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Kentucky lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Iowa Lease Agreements

7 min read

Iowa Lease Agreements

TurboTenant's Iowa lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Kansas Lease Agreement

8 min read

Kansas Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Kansas lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Hawaii Lease Agreement

8 min read

Hawaii Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Hawaii lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Michigan Lease Agreement

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Michigan Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Michigan lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Idaho Lease Agreement

7 min read

Idaho Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Idaho rental forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Mississippi Lease Agreements

8 min read

Mississippi Lease Agreements

TurboTenant's Mississippi lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Illinois Lease Agreement

9 min read

Illinois Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Illinois lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Pennsylvania Lease Agreement

7 min read

Pennsylvania Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Pennsylvania lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Colorado Lease Agreements

9 min read

Colorado Lease Agreements

TurboTenant's Colorado lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
New Jersey Lease Agreement

8 min read

New Jersey Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's New Jersey lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Washington Lease Agreement

10 min read

Washington Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Washington lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Arizona Lease Agreement

10 min read

Arizona Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Arizona lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Georgia Lease Agreement

8 min read

Georgia Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Georgia lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Florida Lease Agreement

8 min read

Florida Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Florida lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
Texas Lease Agreement

9 min read

Texas Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's Texas lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

State Law
California Lease Agreement

10 min read

California Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's California lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

Glossary
What is a Leasehold Estate?

3 min read

What is a Leasehold Estate?

A leasehold estate is a property interest that a tenant (lessee) holds thanks to a lease agreement with a property owner (lessor).

Glossary
What is a Modified Gross Lease?

3 min read

What is a Modified Gross Lease?

A modified gross lease, the tenant pays a base rent and then takes on a proportional share of other costs associated with...

Glossary
What is a Sublease?

4 min read

What is a Sublease?

Subleasing is an option for handling the remainder of a lease that a current tenant is unable to complete.

Glossary
What is a Sublet?

5 min read

What is a Sublet?

Subletting is one of the most common options for covering a portion of a lease if a current tenant needs to move...

Blog
State Specific Lease Agreements

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State Specific Lease Agreements

TurboTenant now offers state-specific rental lease agreement templates in every state. Upgrade your property management process today!

Webinar
Lease Breaking: A Guide for Landlords

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Lease Breaking: A Guide for Landlords

A good residential lease outlines every common rental scenario - including when your tenant (and YOU) can break it. The TurboTeam will walk...

Glossary
What are Amenities?

2 min read

What are Amenities?

Explore Amenities in Property Management: Learn how these desirable features enhance the appeal of homes, apartments, and communities.

State Law
New York Lease Agreement

9 min read

New York Lease Agreement

TurboTenant's New York lease agreement forms the backbone of a solid landlord-tenant relationship.

Blog
Tenant Abandonment Guide for Landlords

7 min read

Tenant Abandonment Guide for Landlords

Learn what to do when a tenant abandons your rental property! You must follow the protocols to protect yourself from possible liabilities.

Webinar
Lease Agreement Demo & Chat

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Lease Agreement Demo & Chat

Join us for a TurboTenant lease walkthrough, streamline leasing, ensure state law compliance, simplify property management. Watch now

Glossary
What is a Landlord?

5 min read

What is a Landlord?

The owner of a house, apartment, condominium, or other real estate which is rented or leased to a tenant.

Glossary
What is a Triple Net Lease (NNN)?

7 min read

What is a Triple Net Lease (NNN)?

A commercial real estate lease agreement in which the tenant pays the real estate taxes, insurance premiums, and maintenance costs in addition...

Glossary
What are Utilities?

8 min read

What are Utilities?

The essential daily services that a person needs in order to have a working, functional living space.