Turn leases, legal documents, and insurance policies into plain English.

Security deposits What landlords can usually deduct, and what to document. Renewal clauses How auto-renewals and notice windows can catch renters. Fees and utilities Spot extra monthly costs hiding outside the rent number. Repairs and maintenance Know who fixes what, who pays, and how to report problems. Landlord entry Understand notice language for inspections, repairs, and showings. Pets and subletting Check approval rules before adding a pet or another occupant. Early termination Understand penalties and exit options if you need to break a lease. Notice to vacate Know your notice deadline so you avoid extra rent charges when leaving. Rent increases See when landlords can raise rent and how much notice they must give. Co-signers and guarantors Learn the full liability before you or someone else co-signs a lease. Move-in inspection Document the unit before unpacking to protect your deposit at move-out. Renter's insurance Find out what coverage your lease requires and what a lapse can cost you. How to read a lease A section-by-section guide to understanding your lease before you sign. Tenant rights Key legal protections renters have that no lease clause can take away. Month-to-month leases What rolling tenancies mean for rent increases, notice, and flexibility. Lease addendums What addendums add to your lease and what to check before signing each one. Habitability standards What landlords are legally required to provide and what to do if they don't. Lease red flags Spot the clauses that create the most risk before you commit to a lease.