Is this common on a home lease: "lessee is responsible for the first $100 of plumbing, elec & bldg repairs"
I just signed a 1 year lease on a nice but older 3 bedroom home. This clause does not take effect until month 6 of the lease. Just wondering if this is a common practice. This is in Texas
It depends. Is this a private owner? If so yes its legal. Its to protect themselves. Thats why it doesnt take effect unitl the 6th month. In 6 months regular issues would be resolved. After six months normally issues are caused by the tenant. Honestly $100 is not a large amount to ask. Do you pay a security deposit as well?
I have never heard of it, but it might be a good idea for the landlord. I have had tenants cry about every minor imperfection and demand immediate attention. This would be a good way to cut down on minor maintenance phone calls.
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I think they mean they can assess you $100 for any plumbing, electrical, or building repairs that may be required while you’re leasing the home. Normally, a landlord is required to perform all maintenance and repairs required to keep a home at a certain level of livability, as long as the damage wasn’t caused by the tenant. I have never heard of this kind of $100 deductible, essentially, for maintenance and repair of a leased property. Is this for every repair occurrence? If so, I don’t think I would have ever signed a lease with such a clause in it. But, since you did sign it, it’s legally binding.
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It depends. Is this a private owner? If so yes its legal. Its to protect themselves. Thats why it doesnt take effect unitl the 6th month. In 6 months regular issues would be resolved. After six months normally issues are caused by the tenant. Honestly $100 is not a large amount to ask. Do you pay a security deposit as well?
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Im a property manager in Louisiana