Make sure the following items are included in your lease:

- Description of property
- Duration of the lease, including a clause to terminate the lease in case of a transfer due to employment
- Names of the landlord and the tenant
- Rent amount and due date
- Amount of security deposit and any prepaid rent
- Responsibilities for maintenance
- Notice requirements when terminating the lease
- Rules and regulations of the landlord
- Rights and responsibilities of both the landlord and the tenant
- Items included in the rental unit (e.g., appliances, carpeting, utilities, etc.)

Questions to ask your landlord:

- Are pets allowed?
- What deposits are required?
- What are your landlord's entry rights?
- Are recreational facilities included in the utility expenses?
- Are electricity, water, and heat included in the utility expenses?
- Are you charged a fee if you are late with the rent?
- Will you be able to renew the lease; if so, what are the rent increases?
- How much time is required for notice of renewal or termination of the lease?
- Is the escalation clause within local rent-control regulations?
- Are there options to extend the lease?

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