• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
2NDCHANCEAPARTMENT.COM

2NDCHANCEAPARTMENT.COM

EVERYONE DESERVES A 2ND CHANCE

  • WELCOME
  • ABOUT
  • AREAS
    • DFW
      • DALLAS
      • PLANO
      • ARLINGTON
      • CARROLLTON
      • GARLAND
    • HOUSTON
      • HOUSTON
      • MISSOURI CITY
      • SPRING
      • THE WOODLANDS
      • KATY
    • SAN ANTONIO
    • AUSTIN
  • SUPPORT
  • REBATE
  • SIGN UP
  • RESOURCES
    • ​BROKEN LEASES
    • EVICTIONS
    • YOUR RIGHTS
      • RENTAL ​APPLICATIONS
      • ​APARTMENT DISCRIMINATION
    • SHELTERS
      • DFW SHELTERS
      • HOUSTON SHELTERS

RENTAL CONTRACTS

When renting a house, you have to consider your rights and needs before signing that lease. Leases protect tenants and landlords rights alike – these rights are laid out entirely in any contract you sign.
Leases are considered legal contracts, so it’s crucial you know what you’re signing and what you’re giving up.

Your lease should contain your rent details, and how much grace you’ll have if you have problems paying. Your lease will also detail who your landlord is and give you contact details for them. You’ll need to consider what your lease should cover – whether you’re allowed pets or to redecorate. It  should outline what your responsibilities are to do with the house – whether you’ll be responsible for the home – whether you’ll be required to keep the garden, if you have one – what bills your rental cost covers, what taxes and fees to do with the house you’ll be required to pay and how long your lease is for.

A short hold lease is six months, and other rentals can last longer. An average of around a year is a good length, though it all depends on how comfortable you are with the idea of possibly moving again within 12 months. It should also detail how long it renews for, when it renews.

You’ll need to ensure your notice period is a fair one – and get information on how that will work. Its always a good idea to make sure your landlord is responsible for any breakages, such as the heating, boiler, or plumbing – and that you are only responsible for minor damages, if at all. Optional additions to your lease might include whether you’re responsible for window breakages, and other small things – and whether you need to take out insurance to cover your property or whether that’s included.

The most important thing to remember about your lease is that you should be delighted with it, and that it doesn’t put you in a position that’s unreasonable, or unmanageable. Good leases give you the power to live in the home comfortably, without paying the major bills, and those leases are also usually the most acceptable for both tenant and landlord.

Primary Sidebar

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • YouTube

Recent Posts

  • From Homelessness to a Home: How Second Chance Apartments Are Making a Difference
  • Smart Financial Moves for Future Renters: Saving for Deposits and Avoiding High-risk Loans
  • Emergency Planning for Renters: How to Prepare for the Unexpected
  • Second Chance Leasing Across the States: A Comparative Guide
  • The Pros and Cons of No-Credit-Check Apartments
  • The Impact of Eviction Laws on Second Chance Renting
  • Financial Literacy for Renters: How to Rebuild Your Credit Score
  • Budget-Friendly Home Decor Ideas for Your Second Chance Apartment
  • The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Your Lease Agreement
  • Navigating Rental Applications: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Sign Up

Footer

We are Licensed Texas Real Estate Agents who help individuals with Bad credit, Bankruptcy, Broken leases, Evictions, and felonies locate quality housing. We even assist first-time renters as well. With years of experience, we have developed special relationships with multiple apartment complexes located in Texas.

Connect with us on:

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • YouTube

Sign Up

  • HOUSTON
  • DALLAS
  • FORT WORTH
  • SAN ANTONIO
  • AUSTIN

Copyright © 2025 · 2ND CHANCE APARTMENTS I Terms of Service | ​Privacy Policy | ​Terms of Use | DCMA | Rebate Offer | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Gary Group Realty LLC Broker #9009741 I TREC Information About Broker Services | Consumer Protection Notice | ​Site Map

We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Cookie SettingsAccept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT