The buyer and the seller in the transaction must sign.
Yes, either in front of a public notary OR two (2) witnesses.
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In Alabama, there are no specific laws about tenants subletting. Whether you can sublet depends on what’s in your lease. If subletting is not allowed, you will need to get written permission from your landlord (Landlord Consent Form).
Tenant must pay a lodgings tax if the rent term is less than 180 days.
Alabama residential lease agreements are regulated by the Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (AURLTA) under Title 35, Chapter 9A of the Alabama Code. [1]
In-writing – Leases over one (1) year must be in writing. [2]
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The Alabama Month-to-Month Lease Agreement Template includes the rental terms, property information, rent, due dates, and security deposit. It also includes policies on pets, smoking, parking, furnishings, utilities, and renter insurance. The agreement covers late fees, NSF fees, early move-in, prepayment terms, subletting, inspections, and legal disclosures (e.g., lead paint). Additional sections address tenant responsibilities, maintenance, prohibited activities, and legal notice requirements.
Summary (§ 35-9A-441(a)): The following states the minimum termination period in Alabama..
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An Alabama power of attorney is a legal form that is used by an individual to appoint someone else as their “Agent” to make decisions on their behalf. This form is used by people who want someone to represent them when they are unable to do so themselves.
Medical Power of Attorney Form – PDF
Definition by the Uniform Power of Attorney Act:
“A “Power of attorney” is a document that gives an agent the authority to act on behalf of the principal.”
Source: Section 102(7)
Alabama Uniform Power of Attorney
The purchase and sale agreement becomes legally binding when both parties sign the contract and the buyer gets the notice that the seller has accepted the deal. The buyer can get the notice in-person, by phone, and/or email.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
The “buyer beware” or “caveat emptor” is when the buyer makes the purchase “as is” and the seller does not guarantee the property.
Source: § 6-9-142
The seller has to disclose the facts if and when the buyer asks a question. This is called “Known Defects.”
Source: Moore v. Prudential Residential Services Ltd. Partnership, § 6-5-102
The agreement becomes legally binding once the Landlord and Tenant have signed the form.
The Landlord must notify the Tenant in writing to vacate the property after seven days of no rent payments in a rental without a lease (tenancy-at-will).
A guest becomes a Tenant when staying on the rental property for an extended period of time.
The right to rental a dwelling that is habitable, privacy, non-discrimination, and the right of security deposit returns.
An Alabama residential lease agreement is a written and oral legally binding contract between the Landlord and Tenant(s). Oral agreements are considered tenancy-at-will with no specific end date.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Maximum Amount – Landlords may not charge Tenants a security deposit equal to more than one month’s rent. The security deposit must be placed in an escrow account with a bank or lending institution.
Returning to Tenant – A security deposit must be returned to the Tenant within 60 days after the lease end date.
Source: §35-9A-201
Must include an itemized list, costs, fees and calculations.
Unamortized Tenant Improvements and Tenant Broker Commissions.
The agreement becomes legally binding once the Landlord and Tenant have signed the form.
The Landlord must notify the Tenant in writing to vacate the property after seven days of no rent payments in a rental without a lease (tenancy-at-will).
A guest becomes a Tenant when staying on the rental property for an extended period of time.
The right to rental a dwelling that is habitable, privacy, non-discrimination, and the right of security deposit returns.
Alabama is mostly in the Central Time Zone (CT) but there are a few locations in eastern Alabama that are in the Eastern Time Zone (ET).
No. Alabama follows the equitable distribution principles when the division of property takes place.
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The Alabama Bill of Sale form provides protection to both the buyer and seller in the event of any future legal disputes surrounding the condition or ownership of the item. In many states, a completed vehicle bill of sale is mandatory for registering a motor vehicle with the DMV.
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Alabama transfers its state powers to the local authorities, therefore this law is mandated by the local counties.
Law Alert – Alabama requires a notary public witness.
Source: revenue.alabama.gov
