This Month-to-Month Lease Agreement is for use by landlords when they wish to rent property (whether it's an apartment, residence or condo) to a tenant on a month-to-month basis. It is vitally important that this lease agreement be in writing and signed by both the landlord and the tenant. A Month-to-Month Lease Agreement should include all the terms and conditions to which the parties have agreed and also set forth the responsibilities and rights of the parties.

A Premises Move-in/Move-out Inspection Checklist is also included with this lease form. This inspection sheet will document that an inspection of the premises was conducted before and after tenant occupancy. Having a written inspection will help in avoiding future problems or misunderstandings and protects both the landlord and the tenant.

These important provisions are included in this Month-to-Month Lease Agreement:

• Leased Premises and Lease Term: Describes the property, the location and the start date of the month to month lease;
• Rental Payments and Late Charges: States the amount of the rent, the manner and timing of rental payments, and penalties for late payments or insufficient funds;
• Security Deposit: Amount of the security deposit, and conditions for the return of the deposit;
• Default: Explains the events of default and the financial and physical remedies available;
• Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment: The tenant may peaceably and quietly enjoy the premises by fulfilling his or her obligations;
• Possession of Property, Utilities, Pets: Describes when Tenant may take possession of the property, who is responsible for utilities and whether pets are allowed;
• Assignment and Subletting: Sets forth the conditions under which the tenant may assign or sublet the property;
• Maintenance and Repair: States that tenant will keep and maintain the premises in good condition and repair during the term of the lease;
• Abandonment: Sets forth when the property may be considered abandoned;
• Insurance: Sets forth the insurance requirements;
• Additional Terms: Additional optional terms include noise restrictions, parking, balconies, bicycles, liquid-filled furniture, building rules and more.

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1. Instructions and Checklist
2. General Information
3. Month-to-Month Lease Agreement for use in Australia

Law Compliance: This form complies with the state and territory laws of Australia