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Ask for Paperwork and Their Rental History A letter of recommendation from a previous landlord, a copy of their credit score, proof of income, and like documents are a great place to start. If landlords do it, there is no shame in you asking for these documents as well.

A person who rents their home is called a tenant. See the menu of links for information about the law on renting in Vermont, what you should ask and know before you rent, getting a termination notice, evictions and the court process for eviction.

I promise to pay 1/__ of the monthly rent. This amounts to $____. The total amount my roommate(s) and I are liable for over the period of the lease is $____, of which my share is $____. I understand that we, as a group and as individuals, are responsible to our landlord for the total rent for the term of the agreement.

Before you file an eviction case in court, you must give the tenant written notice that you are ending the tenancy. If the tenant does not leave, you can only evict them if you get a court order. You may not change the locks or remove their things without a court order.

Our innovative, grant-funded landlord-tenant mediation program aims to resolve conflict, avoid eviction, and save money for landlords and tenants alike, with mediator costs covered for both parties.

What a Tenancy Agreement Should Contain Tenant's identity and address for the Landlord. The property address. The commencement and termination dates of the tenancy/lease. The rent amount. Additional charges, such as legal fees, agency commissions, security deposits, service charges, etc. Tenant and landlord obligations.