Before you sign the lease contract with your apartment community you will want to be sure and ask your landlord some important questions regarding your lease.  The last thing you want to do is be confused by some of the language in the apartment contract.

1) It should be stated in the contract what your security deposit is. This is one of the most misunderstood portions of any lease contract.  A security deposit is usually held in case any damages exist in the apartment community after you move out. If you have stained the carpet in any way or damaged the interior, charges will be assessed. And if you have damages that exceed your deposit, the community may even ask for more. So you will want to discuss the security deposit with your landlord. If there are no damages when will you get it back?

2) What happens if you want to stay beyond  your lease term? If you moved in on an apartment special, your monthly rent may increase. Also there is language in many Carrollton TX apartments contracts that states you must give 60 days notice. That means even if you signed a 12 month lease contract you still must give your 60 day notice.

3) Are you responsible for water and electricity. Some properties will pay both while others are not responsible for any of these items.  If your community does pay bills it should be included in your contract. Good luck leasing Lewisville TX apartments.