Lease Agreement: Key Tips on Landlord Verification
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1.4 Contract signed for housing: Pitfalls and deep secrets, learn to spot them
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When searching for a place to live, crossing various obstacles and finally finding the ideal home, the next step is to sign the lease agreement. This is not just a formality; it involves many nuances that can easily lead you into pitfalls if handled carelessly. Therefore, before signing any contract as a worker, make sure to read it carefully to protect your legal rights.
1.4.1 Verify the landlord’s identity, be cautious of flatlet traps
First and foremost, ensure that the person you’re signing the contract with is truly the property owner. Just because the apartment looks good and you’ve paid the rent doesn’t mean they’re an honest landlord.
- 1. Check the real estate certificate: The landlord must present the real estate certificate in person, verifying the names and IDs match. If the landlord hesitates or provides false information, proceed with caution.
- 2. Confirm property ownership relationships: Clarify who owns the property and whether the renter has the legal right to lease it. If there are multiple co-ownership properties, all property owners must consent to the lease.
- 3. Be vigilant about flatlets: If renting from a flatlet owner