Lease Agreement

Print Imagine signing a tenancy agreement, moving in, and then – months later – someone tells you: “That contract is invalid.” You might laugh it off at first – after all, you have everything in writing. But the law has strict rules, and I have seen agreements so poorly drafted that a court would indeed […]

Print You’ve been living in your rented apartment for some time, and now you’re tempted to make it more “your own.” A new floor, a fresh coat of paint, a modern kitchen… In your mind, it already looks perfect. But then a thought hits you – what if the landlord doesn’t agree? Could they evict

Print “Ms. Lawyer, my landlord says I have to pay for replacing the boiler because it’s ‘my apartment’. But I’ve only been living here for six months. Do I really have to pay for it?”I get questions like this all the time – and it’s no surprise. The responsibilities of a tenant and a landlord

Print You’re renting an apartment, enjoying your privacy, when suddenly – a message from your landlord: “I stopped by today to check the heating.” No prior notice. No agreement. Just surprise. But is this even legal? This article is part of the large guide to lease agreements, where you can find more practical topics related

Print A dripping faucet, a broken socket, peeling paint… If you’re renting an apartment, you’ve likely encountered minor (or not-so-minor) problems. But who is actually responsible for fixing them – the landlord or the tenant? This article is part of the large guide to lease agreements, where you can find more practical topics related to

Print “Renting out an apartment isn’t a business… so why should I pay taxes?” If this thought has crossed your mind, you’re not alone. Many people don’t realize that even occasional rental income may be taxable – and ignorance of the law is no excuse. In this article, we’ll explain when rental income is subject

Print “Don’t worry, I’ll return the deposit if everything is fine.” Sounds fair, right? But what exactly does “fine” mean? And what if the landlord decides to deduct things you were never warned about? In legal practice, deposit disputes are more common than you might think – and it’s not just about the money, but

Print “You’ll get the keys on Monday, just leave them in the mailbox when moving out.” Sounds familiar? The handover of an apartment often seems like a formality – until a dispute arises about a missing set of keys or a cracked sink. A detailed handover report can save you hours of trouble and thousands

Print Lease relationships often end with termination. But when is it actually possible? And what must the notice contain to be valid? In this article, we’ll explain the rules for terminating a lease agreement by both the tenant and the landlord. 🔗 This article is part of a comprehensive guide to lease agreements, where you’ll

Print Have you signed a lease agreement only to realize later that something’s wrong? Or maybe you’re a landlord and suspect the tenant might challenge the validity of the contract? In this article, I’ll explain when a lease can be invalid, what that means in practice – and how to deal with it. 🔗 This