Renting & the Lease
Use these phrases when you are renting a new home and signing the contract.
Key Phrases
How long is the lease that we are going to sign today?
💡 Use this question to confirm the total duration of your rental agreement.
How much is the security deposit that I need to pay upfront?
💡 Ask this to find out the initial payment for potential damages.
Could you please explain what utilities are included in the monthly rent?
💡 Use this to check if you must pay extra for electricity or water.
How much notice do I need to give if I decide to leave?
💡 Ask this to know how many months in advance you must inform them.
When will we carry out the inventory check before I move in?
💡 Use this to schedule the inspection of the flat before you move.
If there is any damage, you will write it down on this form.
💡 Use this first conditional statement to make sure all damages are recorded.
I have already checked the apartment and I am ready to sign now.
💡 Say this when you have finished inspecting the rooms and want the contract.
We might need to pay for the internet connection ourselves every month.
💡 Use this to discuss possible extra costs that are not in the agreement.