Rental lease agreements

[Alex Paz]

Hello! Question for landlords! Focusing on rentals this year. What do you use for rental lease agreements? Do you use the ones on Bp, Avail, turbotenant, or have a real estate attorney? 

[Wesley W.]

When I first got into the business, I got one from my landlord/tenant attorney.  Over the years, I have revised it repeatedly based on situations that I have encountered or good ideas I have gotten from others' leases.  I would start out with one from a local attorney to begin.  I worry a lot of these "boiler plate" leases miss local statutes or customs in your market.  I would sit down out with a local attorney and craft one together. That way, you know it is valid in your municipality, and you've established a relationship with a lawyer that you can call on to defend your (his!) lease in court.  Super important to have those team members with you as you embark upon your landlording journey.