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Mississippi Association of Realtors Lease Agreement 1 pdf Mississippi Assoc. of Realtors Residential Lease Agreement

Mississippi Association of Realtors (MAR)

The Mississippi Association of Realtors is the largest group for real estate professionals in the state. It represents agents, brokers, and others in the industry and is connected to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). [1]

Sample Assoc. of Realtors Residential Lease

Sources

  1. msrealtors.org
Mississippi Residential Lease Agreement 1 pdf Mississippi Rental Lease Agreement Templates (7)
Rental Application – The landlord can request a rental application from tenants to make sure the tenant is who they say they are in terms of being able to pay rent.

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What the Mississippi Residential Lease Agreement Form Covers

This agreement includes the following information for landlords and tenants in Mississippi:

Mississippi Landlord-Tenant Act

Summary (§§ 89-8-1 — 89-8-45): Mississippi law governs landlord and tenant responsibilities, rental agreements, security deposits, eviction procedures, tenant rights, and required disclosure forms.

Security Deposit Law

Summary (§ 89-8-21(3)):

  • 45 Days – Landlords must return the security deposit within 45 days of the lease ending.
  • Itemized List – Deductions for damages must be provided with the returned deposit.
  • Maximum Amount – No laws mandating the max amount landlords can charge tenants for security deposits.

Lease Termination Rules for Landlords and Tenants

Summary (msbar.org):
If the lease doesn’t mention a term, it’s either a month-to-month or week-to-week lease based on rent payments:
    • Month-to-month: 30 days’ notice.
    • Week-to-week: 7 days notice.
    • No notice: if the rental unit poses a health or safety threat.

Landlord’s Access to the Rental Property

Summary (Miss. Code Ann. § 89-7-49):
  • Landlords should provide reasonable notice before entering the rental property, except in emergencies. The notice timeframe should be written in the lease agreement.
  • A Mississippi notice to enter is a document informing the tenant that the landlord needs access to the property. It includes the reason for entry, the date and time of the visit, and the landlord’s contact information.

Rent Due Dates and Late Fees

Summary (§ 97-19-57):

  • Grace Period – Mississippi law does not require a grace period; terms depend on the lease agreement.
  • Late Fees – Late fees must be reasonable and explicitly outlined in the lease agreement.
  • NSF Fees – $40 per bounced check.

Eviction Procedures and Notices

Summary (Miss. Code § 89-8-13(5)(a)): Landlords must follow Mississippi’s formal eviction process, starting with a written notice.
  • Notice to Pay or Quit – 3 days

Property Maintenance Requirements and Utilities

Summary: Landlords must maintain the rental property in a habitable condition. Any shared utilities should be disclosed in the lease.

Required Disclosure Forms

Summary: Mississippi landlords must disclose the following information:

  1. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (hud.gov) – Required for all rental properties built before 1978.

Tenant’s Right to Withhold Rent

Summary (mdeq.ms.gov): Mississippi law does not allow withholding rent for lack of standard services. A “repair and deduct” option is available under the following conditions:

  • Rent must be fully paid.
  • The tenant must give the landlord 30 days’ written notice for repairs.
  • If repairs are not made, the tenant can make them and deduct the cost from the rent.
  • Repair costs must be reasonable and cannot exceed one month’s rent.
  • This option is allowed only once every six (6) months.

 

Sample Mississippi Rental Lease Agreement Template

mississippi power of attorney pdf Mississippi Durable (Financial) Power of Attorney Form

The Mississippi power of attorney form allows the principal to appoint an individual to make all financial, medical, and other desired decisions on their behalf in the event the principal cannot do so.

Medical Power of Attorney Forms – 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: § 102(7)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mississippi have its own version of the POA form?

Yes, Form 21-002-13.

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Mississippi Simple 1 Page Residential Lease Agreement pdf Mississippi 1-Page Residential Lease Agreement Templates

A Mississippi 1-page rental lease agreement is a legal form that allows Landlords and Tenants to negotiate the terms and conditions of renting residential property in exchange for monthly rent payments. 

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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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 (1)

  •  Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form

Security Deposit

Maximum Amount – No laws mandating the maximum amount.

Returning to Tenant – Landlords must return all deposits within 45 days of the lease end date. If the Landlord deducts any amount from the security deposits the Landlords must include an itemized list of deductions to the Tenant.

Source: § 89-8-21(3)

Landlord Access

General Access – Should be stated in the lease agreement as Mississippi does not govern Landlord rental property access.

Emergency Access – Landlords can access the rental units in an emergency.

Paying Rent

Grace Period – Mississippi does not have a law mandating late rent payments.

Maximum Late Fee – Must be listed in the lease agreement as there are no laws in Mississippi governing late fee amounts.

Returned Checks (NSF) – $40 per bounced check.

Source: § 97-19-57

Sample

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MISSISSIPPI ADVANCE DIRECTIVE MEDICAL DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY FORM pdf Mississippi Advance Health Care Directive Medical Power of Attorney

This Mississippi Advance Health Care Directive Form lets individuals to chose their medical treatment preferences and appoint a healthcare Agent that cab make medical decisions in any event they cannot do so themselves.

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Mississippi Advance Health Care Directive Medical Power of Attorney Form

Preview Sample

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