Month-to-Month Lease Agreement

What type of lease is this?

Standard Lease (fixed term)Month-to-Month Lease

When does the lease start?

The move-in date.

When does the lease end?

Days' Notice

60 days is the minimum requirement in Georgia. Either the landlord or tenant can cancel this lease with written notice to the other party.

Which best describes the property?

Apartment

Single-Family Home

Condominium

Other (describe)

What is the type of property?

E.g., townhouse, cooperative, duplex, etc.

How many bedrooms?

Bedroom(s)

A bedroom is a private room for sleeping.

How many bathrooms?

Bathroom(s)

A half bathroom (0.5) has a toilet or shower/tub. A full bathroom (1.0) includes both.

What is the rental property address?

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

What is the landlord's name?

A landlord is the owner or manager of the property.

Add the landlord's address?

YesNo, I'll add this later

Landlord's Address

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

How many tenants?

Tenant(s)

A tenant is a person who rents and occupies property under this lease agreement.

Tenant's Name

2nd Tenant's Name

3rd Tenant's Name

4th Tenant's Name

5th Tenant's Name

6th Tenant's Name

7th Tenant's Name

8th Tenant's Name

9th Tenant's Name

10th Tenant's Name

Will the property address be used for notices to the tenant?

Yes (most common)No

If allowed, the landlord can give any type of written notice to the tenant by using the rental property address.

What will be the tenant's address for notices?

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

Are there any occupants?

YesNo

An occupant is a person who lives in a residence but is not considered a tenant, commonly children or other family members.

Who are the occupants?

Is the property furnished?

YesNo

Such as beds, sofas, tables, chairs, etc.

Select the furnished areas:

Select the furnished areas: Bathroom(s) - (towels, rugs, shower curtains)Bedroom(s) (mattress, frame, nightstand)Dining room (dining table, chairs)Kitchen (cutlery, dishes, pots)Living room (sofa, table, TV, carpets)Other

Enter the furniture:

Does the property have appliances?

YesNo

Such as a refrigerator, oven, microwave, washer, dryer, etc.

Select appliances:

Select appliances: Air conditioner(s)DishwasherMicrowaveHeating unitsRefrigeratorSmoke/carbon monoxide detectorsStove/OvenWasher (laundry)Dryer (laundry)Other

Enter the appliances:

What is the monthly rent?

$/ month

When is rent due?

day of each month

Add the acceptable payment methods?

YesNo, I'll add this later

Select payment methods:

Select payment methods: ACH (electronic bank transfer)CashCheckPayPalVenmoZelleOther

What is the landlord's PayPal e-mail?

What is the landlord's Venmo e-mail or username?

What is the landlord's Zelle e-mail or phone number?

Write the acceptable payment methods:

Is a security deposit required?

YesNo

A security deposit is money a tenant pays to a landlord to cover potential damages or unpaid rent.

Is the security deposit equal to one month's rent?

Yes (most common)No

What is the security deposit amount?

When is the security deposit to be returned to the tenant?

The maximum allowable time period (required under law).Custom timeframe.

This refers to after the lease has terminated. The number of days the landlord has to return the security deposit back to the tenant (commonly is 30 days).

How many days must the security deposit be returned to the tenant?

days

30 days is the most common timeframe.

Is the tenant allowed to move-in before the start date?

YesNo

Even if the property is vacant, the tenant cannot move-in early unless permitted by the landlord.

When can the tenant move-in?

Will the tenant be required to pay pro-rated rent?

Will the tenant be required to pay pro-rated rent? YesNo

If a tenant is allowed to move-in early, it is common for the tenant to pay rent, in the pro-rated amount, for the length of the stay. This is calculated by getting the monthly rent and dividing by 30 days and using the per day amount ($/day) + the number of days the tenant is moving in early.

Example: Rent is $1,500/month. Divide by 30 days which is $50/day. If the tenant is allowed to move in 5 days early, it would be $250 in pro-rated rent.

What is the pro-rated rent amount?

Is the tenant required to prepay rent?

YesNo

This does not include the first month's rent. Prepaying rent is common for tenants who pose a higher financial risk.

What is the pre-payment rent amount?

Prepayment Period

Start Date

End Date

Is there a late fee? (if rent is not paid on time)

YesNo

It is common for a late fee to be charged if rent is not paid on time.

How is the late fee calculated?

How is the late fee calculated? Fixed Amount ($)Interest (%) on unpaid rent

What is the late fee amount?

Commonly a flat fee between $50 to $100 depending on the rent amount.

How is the late fee applied?

How is the late fee applied? One-timeFor each day rent is late.

What is the interest rate for the rent owed?

What is the interest rate for the rent owed? Maximum interest rate allowed under law.Custom rate (%)

What is the percentage?

Often between 5% to 10% of the rent amount.

Is there an NSF fee?

YesNo

A non-sufficient funds (NSF) fee is charged when the tenant pays with a dishonored check.

What is the NSF fee?

What is the NSF fee? Maximum amount allowed under law.Fixed amount ($)

What is the NSF fee?

Is parking provided?

YesNo

Select "yes" if parking is included in the rent or for an added fee.

How many parking spaces are provided?

parking space(s)

Does the landlord charge a parking fee?

YesNo

If the parking is included in the rent amount, there is no fee.

How much is the parking fee?

How is the fee paid?

How is the fee paid? One-time fee (paid at lease signing)Monthly

Does the landlord provide any utilities (or services)?

YesNo

Such as water, sewer, heat, trash removal, internet, TV, phone, etc.

Describe the utilities and services the landlord is responsible for:

Are pets allowed on the property?

YesNo

Is a pet deposit required?

Is a pet deposit required? YesNo

What is the pet deposit?

Is the pet deposit refundable?

Is the pet deposit refundable? Yes, if there is no damage at the end of the lease.No, the pet fee is non-refundable.

Are there any pet restrictions?

YesNo

Such as pet types, weight limits, etc.

Select which pets are allowed:

Select which pets are allowed: CatsDogsFarm animalsFishGuinea pigsHamstersReptiles (turtles, lizards, etc.)Other

Most landlords only allow cats and dogs.

Describe any other pets:

Is there a maximum number of pets allowed?

Is there a maximum number of pets allowed? YesNo

For smaller residences, there is usually a maximum of 2 pets.

What is the maximum number of pets allowed on the property?

Pet(s)

Is there a weight limit for any single pet?

Is there a weight limit for any single pet? YesNo

It is common, especially for smaller residences, for a weight limit to be required.

What is the pet weight limit?

Pounds

Is a move-in inspection required?

Yes (required under Georgia law)No

A report of the property's condition, including existing repairs, must be given to the tenant by the landlord before accepting a security deposit.

Is smoking allowed on the property?

YesNo

Where is smoking allowed?

Where is smoking allowed? Anywhere on the property.Only in specific areas (specify).

Enter where smoking is permitted:

Ex. Only on the outdoor areas such as the balcony.

Is the tenant required to obtain renters insurance?

YesNo

Renters insurance covers a renter's belongings and liability, protecting against theft, damage, and accidents on the property. Many landlords require renters insurance to ensure tenants can cover personal property loss and liability, reducing the landlord's risk.

How much coverage is required?

$100,000 liability coverage is the common requirement made by landlords if renters insurance is required.

Is the tenant allowed to sublet the property?

YesNo

Subletting is when a tenant rents the property to another person (subtenant), but the tenant remains responsible for the lease terms.

Is an "authorized individual" allowed on the property?

YesNo

Such as a property manager, superintendent (super), or handyman.

Who is allowed on the property?

Do you want to enter their contact details?

Do you want to enter their contact details? YesNo

E-mail and telephone number.

Phone

E-Mail:

Was the property constructed before January 1, 1978?

YesNoI don't know

If yes, then the tenant must receive the "Lead-Based Paint Disclosure" per federal law (will be attached to this agreement).

Is there a co-signer to this lease?

YesNo

A co-signer is an individual, other than the tenant, who personally guarantees the successful performance of the lease.

How many co-signers?

Individual(s)

Co-Signer's Name:

Add mailing address?

Add mailing address? YesNo

Co-signer's address:

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

2nd Co-Signer's Name

3rd Co-Signer's Name:

4th Co-Signer's Name

5th Co-Signer's Name

Has the property flooded at least 3 times in the last 5 years?

YesNo

This is a required disclosure in Georgia.

Add any additional terms or conditions?

YesNo

If any other agreements or arrangements are made.

Additional terms or conditions:

Save and finish later

Georgia Month-to-Month Lease Agreement

What type of lease is this?

When does the lease start?

When does the lease end?

Which best describes the property?

How many bedrooms?

How many bathrooms?

What is the rental property address?

What is the landlord's name?

Add the landlord's address?

How many tenants?

Will the property address be used for notices to the tenant?

What will be the tenant's address for notices?

Are there any occupants?

Is the property furnished?

Does the property have appliances?

What is the monthly rent?

When is rent due?

Add the acceptable payment methods?

Is a security deposit required?

Is the security deposit equal to one month's rent?

When is the security deposit to be returned to the tenant?

Is the tenant allowed to move-in before the start date?

Is the tenant required to prepay rent?

Prepayment Period

Is there a late fee? (if rent is not paid on time)

Is there an NSF fee?

Is parking provided?

Does the landlord charge a parking fee?

Does the landlord provide any utilities (or services)?

Are pets allowed on the property?

Are there any pet restrictions?

Is a move-in inspection required?

Is smoking allowed on the property?

Is the tenant required to obtain renters insurance?

Is the tenant allowed to sublet the property?

Is an "authorized individual" allowed on the property?

Was the property constructed before January 1, 1978?

Is there a co-signer to this lease?

Has the property flooded at least 3 times in the last 5 years?

Add any additional terms or conditions?