A lease is one of the largest financial commitments most people make — yet most tenants spend more time choosing paint colors than reading the contract. Auto-renewal clauses, vague maintenance language, and discretionary rent increases are standard because tenants don't push back.
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Your lease extends for another full 12 months unless you send written notice at least 60 days before — miss it by one day and you're locked in.
A base 3% annual increase PLUS the landlord can add another 5% at their discretion — that's potentially 8% per year.
The phrase "all interior maintenance" is deliberately vague — it could include HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repairs that should be the landlord's responsibility.
Vague deduction language lets landlords withhold your deposit for "normal wear and tear" that they should be covering.
Some leases require you to pay all remaining rent for the full term — not just a reasonable 2-month penalty.
An absolute ban on subletting with no exceptions means you can't find a replacement tenant even in hardship situations.
What people miss
These are the things we see most often — and the ones that cost people the most.
Without documented proof of the property's condition when you moved in, landlords can charge you for pre-existing damage when you leave. Take photos of everything and email them to yourself for a timestamp.
The #1 most expensive lease mistake. The notice window is typically 60-90 days. Miss it by even one day and you're automatically locked in for another full term. Set a calendar reminder the day you sign.
"We'll take care of that" and "don't worry about that clause" mean absolutely nothing unless it's in writing. If the landlord promises repairs, reduced rent, or amenities, get it added as a written amendment.
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