Graham said tenants should know if they can do such things as hang pictures or wall paper and bring pets. They should find out about laundry facilities and determine who pays the utilities and other accommodations. It is very important to know if subleasing is allowed. Subleasing is when the original tenant moves and a new tenant assumes the lease before it ends. The lease contract should state these conditions.
Most landlords have keys to the dwelling.
The lease contract should state when landlords can enter the apartment. The contract also should state if rent can be increased, how much advance notice will be given. Graham said renters are responsible to keep apartments in good condition. Damages to a rental unit such as punching holes in the wall or breaking a window or door are the renters' responsibility to repair. If they fail to assume these responsibilities, the person can lose the deposit.