Important Info and sample Lease

• My homes rent VERY QUICKLY, be ready to ask questions then sign a lease and put down a security deposit with your roommates
• Leases end each year in May and new leases start in June
• Likelihood of the renters wanting to stay in the home for more than one year. It is hard on a home to have renters move in and out each year so if you think you will stay more than one year please mention it. 
• Number of students living in the home (the fewer the better). Bethel housing is approximately $600 per student per month. Typically you can rent my homes for much less than that, even with a small group of students. 
• The fewer cars at the rental home the better
• Follow the Golden Rule:  Remember you are living in a neighborhood with other adults, treat others as you would want to be treated. 
  • PICK UP YOUR TRASH
  • Monitor your noise level
  • Be kind to your neighbors

Rent paid via Venmo to 

@John-Morrow13 

- One renter collects rents and submits payment together

Snow removal and lawn care: Tenants are responsible for their own snow removal, lawn service paid by landlord

Utility Bills and Home Services:

Xcel Energy:  1-800-895-4999, call Xcel and give them the property address and the date your lease began.

Garbage/Recycling: Call any company to get a quote, you will NEED this service 

City of New Brighton (Sewer & Water) - Pay the city directly when you see the bill in the mail or I will scan/email this bill. Bill comes quarterly

Comcast/Direct TV - Options for cable/satellite/dish/internet. Comcast - 651-222-3333, DirectTV- 1-888-777-2454

Renters insurance is a cheap way to protect your valuables. Call any insurance agency and they can give you a rental insurance quote. PLEASE INSURE YOUR PERSONAL PROPERTY and GET RENTER’s INSURANCE! Property taxes and home insurance are paid by Morrow Property LLC. However, home insurance only covers the exterior of the homes, appliances, etc - none of your property

Cleaning Your Rental
Before you move out, make sure you clean your house thoroughly.  You are required by law to make sure your rental is in decent condition upon vacating. Remove any furniture or other items that belong to you or your roommates. If you do not clean your rental and remove all belongings you will likely lose a significant portion of your security deposit. You may even suffer a lawsuit if you left your rental in a particularly bad state. If new tenants are moving in right after you, the place needs to be reoccupied immediately.  Your cleaning at the end can make things easier for everyone – including yourself. 

Inspect Your Rental Before Leaving
While you are required by law to clean your rental you should also inspect your home for your own protection.  Before you turn in your keys, send an email asking me to inspect the home with you. If I'm not available then you should have a friend inspect your home.  The friend should take photographs and sign and date them.  

Returning Your Keys & Garage door openers
Return your keys directly to me, mail them to 7133 Gleason Rd Minneapolis MN 55439 or contact me to arrange leaving them in your rental home. 

Getting Your Deposit Back
By the time you move out, you should provide your forwarding address via email. I need to either return your security deposit or give you a complete list of damages within 21 days after the end of the lease. I cannot and won't charge for damage caused by ordinary wear and tear.  Examples of wear and tear include faded paint on walls, loose tiles in the bathroom, window cracks caused by winter weather and leaky faucets. I don't want to charge you for anything, I'd prefer to return your security deposit in full. Please help me do this by cleaning your home thoroughly, removing all belongings and repairing any damage your fellow renters or guests created.