Rental lease agreement – The Connecticut rental lease agreement form is signed by both parties after the applicant’s background screening has been verified through the rental application form.
Delaware
Sample Delaware Room Rental Lease Agreement
Purchase Agreement – The contract becomes a purchase agreement if the Tenant decides to buy the property.
Sample Delaware Rent-to-Own Agreement
Sample Delaware Month-to-Month Lease Agreement
Tenants Right to Sublet
- Tenants need their Landlords written consent to sublet unless it is written in the lease agreement. [1]
Short-Term Lodgings Tax Rules
- Delaware levies an 8% Lodging Tax on rentals with five (5) or more rooms and no cooking facilities.
- Local areas set their own tax rates and rules for short-term rentals, depending on location. [2]
Can you break a sublease in Delaware?
Yes, with a 60-day notice.
Sample Delaware Sublease Agreement Template
Required Disclosure Forms (5)
- Copy of Landlord-Tenant Code – Landlords must provide tenants with a copy of the “Summary of the Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code.” [1]
- Owner/Agent Identification – Landlords must include the names and business addresses of all property owners or their resident agents and the names and business addresses of anyone named a landlord under § 5141 of the Delaware code.[2]
- Bed Bug Disclosure Form – Landlords must inspect the property for bed bugs and disclose to Tenant if bed bugs are present in rental unit or being treated in the rental unit or adjacent units. [3]
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure and EPA Pamphlet (conditional) – Required for properties built before 1978.[4]
- Right to Legal Representation (conditional) – If the landlord owns more than three (3) rental units and the tenant’s income is below 200% of the federal poverty guideline then Tenants may qualify for free legal representation during a eviction proceeding. [5] [6]
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Delaware Legal Help Online – Delaware Legal Help Link
Sample Delaware Association of Realtors Lease Template
A Delaware power of attorney is a legal form that allows an individual to transfer specific powers and authority to another person. The person transferring their authority, also known as the “principal,” must choose a trusted individual such as their spouse or family member to act as their agent. There is no need to record the power of attorney with any government office once the form is signed. The agent may then begin to sign and act on behalf of the principal as designated in the document.
Medical Power of Attorney Form – PDF
What is the Definition of “Power of Attorney”?
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)
Power of Attorney Flow Chart
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Rental Application – Before authorizing an agreement, a landlord often uses a rental agreement that checks the tenant’s credit report and income to ensure they are suitable renters.
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Delaware Association of Realtors Lease Agreement
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Month-to-Month Rental Agreement
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Most Recent US Home Facts
- Population (2023): 334,914,895
- Median Households (2022): 125,736,353
- Median Household Income (2022): $75,149
- Owner-occupied Households (2022): 64.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Required Disclosures (3)
- Landlord-Tenant Code – It is mandatory for landlords to provide new tenants with a copy of the “Summary of the Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code”, which has been prepared and distributed by the Consumer Protection Unit of the Delaware Attorney General.
- Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form – If you are renting, buying, or selling a residential dwelling that was built before 1978, you must disclose whether or not the property contains lead-based paint.
- Owner/Agent Disclosure – The Landlord must provide a comprehensive disclosure of the property owner’s information in the lease. This ensures transparency and accountability in all aspects of the lease agreement.
Security Deposit Requirements
- Maximum Amount – The maximum amount for yearly rental agreements is limited to one month’s rent. For month-to-month leases under Tenancy at Will, it is up to the landlord to determine the amount.
- Return – The landlord must return the security deposit within 20 days of the tenant moving out, along with an itemized statement of any deductions.
Source: § 5514(a)
Landlord Access
The Landlord is required to provide the Tenant with a minimum of 48-hour notice before entering the leased premises. This notification allows the tenant to prepare and plan accordingly while respecting their privacy and ensuring a peaceful living environment.
Source: § 5509(b)
Paying Rent
- Grace Period – Five (5) day grace period.
- Maximum Late Fee – The maximum penalty amount shall not exceed 5% of the monthly rent.
- NSF Fee – $50 per bounced check.
Source: § 5501(d)
Delaware Real Estate Commission
For any other questions you may have, refer to the Delaware Real Estate Commission website.
Sample Delaware 1-Page Lease Agreement
A Delaware bill of sale form is a legal document that is used to transfer (car) ownership of interests from one person to another.
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Motor Vehicle (Car) Bill of Sale
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Delaware Registration Documents (Required)
- Odometer Disclosure Statement – Fill Online
- Odometer Disclosure Example
Source: Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles – Delaware DMV Online
What to Include in a Delaware Bill of Sale Form?
- The buyer’s name + address
- The seller’s name + address
- The vehicle/car description (make, model, year, + body style)
- The car’s vehicle identification number (VIN)
- The sale date
- Transaction details (purchase: price, trade, and/or gift)
- The warranty information (sold “as-is”)
- The Odometer Disclosure
- The Federal Law, 49 U.S. Code § 32705, requires a bill of sale to include a verifying statement about the vehicle’s mileage. Vehicles greater than ten years old and over 16,000 pounds are exempt.
Sample Delaware Bill of Sale
Delaware Standard Commercial Lease Agreement form is a legal contract that outlines the terms and conditions of a rental between the Landlord and Tenant for a commercial property.
Commercial Lease Application – Before renting a property to any individual or business entity, landlords highly recommend using a lease application to screen applicants.
When Does a Commercial Lease Agreement Become Legally Binding?
The Commercial Lease 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.