What is Lease?
Leases are agreements between landlords and tenants outlining rental terms. These documents are used for residential and commercial properties. Explore our Texas-specific templates for your needs.
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Texas Leases
Leases are essential documents for rental agreements in Texas. Our attorney-drafted templates make the process quick and straightforward.
Common Texas Lease documents
- Residential Lease — outlines terms for renting a home or apartment.
- Commercial Lease — covers rental agreements for business properties.
- Lease Agreement — defines the terms between a landlord and tenant.
- Sublease Agreement — permits a tenant to rent out their leased space.
- Month-to-Month Rental Agreement — allows flexibility in rental duration.
- Fixed-Term Lease — specifies a set rental period.
Lease forms by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Form packages
Texas Lease Purchase Agreements Package
Get everything needed to enter a lease purchase agreement in one convenient package of related legal forms.
This package includes:
- Texas Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure Statement
- Contract for the Lease and Mandatory Purchase of Real Estate - Specific performance clause
- Personal Guaranty - Guarantee of Contract for the Lease and Purchase of Real Estate
- Contract for the Lease and Purchase of Real Estate - Purchase by date or leave
Texas Assignment of Lease Package
Easily assign a leasehold interest with multiple related legal forms in one convenient package.
Texas Storage Business Package
Access everything you need to manage storage services, including essential legal forms, all in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Lease for Storage of Goods
- Notice of Sale to Satisfy Lien of Self-Service Storage Facility
- Automobile Storage Agreement
- Lease of Storage Space for Food in a Frozen Food Locker
- Lease of Storage Space with Warehouse Company
- General Storage Agreement with a Warehouse Company for Storage of Goods
- Lease of Storage Space for Household Goods
- Warehouse and Storage Agreement
- Notice of Belief of Abandonment of Leased Premises
- Storage Services Contract - Self-Employed
Texas Amendment of Lease Package
Access all the forms needed to effectively modify lease agreements in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Texas Amendment of Residential Lease
- Modification of a Lease to Extend the Term and Increase the Base Rent
- Modification of Lease Agreement
- Amended Lease - Amendment for office building
- Commercial Lease Modification Agreement
- Lease Modification Adding One or More Entities as Tenant Parties
Texas Commercial Lease Package
Everything needed for managing commercial leases in one package, providing essential forms for landlords and tenants.
This package includes:
- Texas Commercial Building or Space Lease
- Texas Commercial Rental Lease Application Questionnaire
- Texas Notice of Intent Not to Renew at End of Specified Term from Landlord to Tenant for Nonresidential or Commercial Property
- Texas Warning of Default on Commercial Lease
- Texas Letter from Landlord to Tenant as Notice of Default on Commercial Lease
Mini-Storage and Self Storage Package
Get essential forms for storage agreements and customer defaults in one convenient package.
Landlord Tenant Commercial Package
This package provides multiple legal forms for managing commercial landlord-tenant relationships, offering everything needed for smooth operation in one place.
This package includes:
- Office Space Lease Agreement
- Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Surrender Possession of Premises - Vacate - Past Due Rent - Eviction
- Notice from Lessor to Lessee's Requesting an Extension or Renewal of Lease Agreement
- Checklist of Matters to be Considered in Drafting a Lease of a Commercial Building
- Assignment of Lease by Lessee with Consent of Lessor
- Letter - Notice To Tenants Announcing Rent Increase
- Amended Lease - Amendment for office building
- Building Operating Cost Addendum
- Expansion Option Clause
- Sublease Agreement
- Short Form Landlord Consent - Assignment of Office Lease
- Landlord Consent to Sublease
Landlord Tenant Commercial Package - Deluxe
Everything you need for managing commercial landlord-tenant relationships in one convenient package of related legal forms.
This package includes:
- Office Space Lease Agreement
- Short Form Lease of Office Space - Real Estate Rental
- Three Day Notice to Pay Rent or Surrender Possession of Premises - Vacate - Past Due Rent - Eviction
- Notice from Lessor to Lessee's Requesting an Extension or Renewal of Lease Agreement
- Sublease of Office Space
- Checklist of Matters to be Considered in Drafting a Lease of a Commercial Building
- Month to Month Commercial Rental Agreement
- Assignment of Lease by Lessee with Consent of Lessor
- Terms Sheet for Commercial Lease Agreement
- Letter - Notice To Tenants Announcing Rent Increase
- Amended Lease - Amendment for office building
- Building Operating Cost Addendum
- Expansion Option Clause
- Sublease Agreement
- Short Form Landlord Consent - Assignment of Office Lease
- Landlord Consent to Sublease
Popular forms
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Texas Residential Landlord Tenant Rental Lease Forms and Agreements PackageGet everything you need for managing landlord-tenant relationships in one convenient package.
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Residential Rental Lease AgreementCreate a legally binding rental agreement for residential property, ensuring clarity on responsibilities and rights for landlords and tenants.
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Letter from Landlord to Tenant with 30 day notice of Expiration of Lease and Nonrenewal by landlord - Vacate by expirationNotify a tenant of lease expiration and nonrenewal, ensuring they know when to vacate the property.
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Texas Lease Purchase Agreements PackageGet everything needed to enter a lease purchase agreement in one convenient package of related legal forms.
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Commercial Building or Space LeaseEssential for formalizing a rental agreement for commercial spaces, protecting both parties' interests.
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Residential or Rental Lease Extension AgreementExtend your existing rental agreement with clear terms for both landlord and tenant.
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Agreed Written Termination of Lease by Landlord and TenantTerminate a lease agreement amicably with mutual consent from both landlord and tenant, ensuring a clear and official process.
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Guaranty Attachment to Lease for Guarantor or CosignerUse this attachment when a guarantor or co-signer is required for a lease. It formalizes their commitment and provides added security for the lessor.
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Residential Lease Renewal AgreementRenew an existing lease agreement simply and clearly for both landlords and tenants.
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Residential Lease or Rental Agreement for Month to MonthUse when renting a property on a month-to-month basis, providing flexibility for both landlord and tenant.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Lease vs. Rental Agreement — often interchangeable; both outline rental terms.
- Residential Lease vs. Commercial Lease — residential is for living spaces, commercial is for business use.
- Sublease vs. Assignment — sublease allows tenant to rent to another; assignment transfers lease to another party.
- Month-to-Month vs. Fixed-Term Lease — month-to-month offers flexibility; fixed-term has a set duration.
Key legal points
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Leases must clearly state rent, duration, and responsibilities.
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Both parties should keep a signed copy of the lease.
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Security deposits are typically required and must be handled properly.
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Most leases outline maintenance responsibilities for both landlord and tenant.
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Tenants should understand their rights regarding eviction and lease termination.
How to get started
Begin in just a few steps.
- Find a template or package that suits your needs.
- Review the description, preview, and any signing requirements.
- Gain full access with a subscription.
- Fill it out in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, mail, or e-sign for convenience.
FAQs
A lease is a contract between a landlord and tenant for renting property.
Yes, a lease protects both landlord and tenant by outlining rental terms.
Breaking a lease can lead to penalties, including loss of the security deposit.
While verbal leases are possible, written leases are strongly recommended for clarity.
Leases can vary but typically last from six months to one year.
Glossary
- Lease - A contract outlining rental terms between landlord and tenant.
- Tenant - An individual renting property from a landlord.
- Landlord - A property owner renting space to a tenant.
- Security Deposit - Money held to cover potential damages or unpaid rent.
- Sublease - An agreement allowing a tenant to rent out their leased space.
- Fixed-Term Lease - A lease lasting a specific period, often one year.
- Month-to-Month Lease - A lease agreement that renews monthly until terminated.
- Commercial Lease - A lease for business properties, detailing specific terms.
- Residential Lease - A lease for living spaces, covering tenant rights and responsibilities.
- Rental Agreement - A broader term for any lease or rental contract.