Renter Guides
Know your lease before you sign it
Plain-language guides on reading a lease agreement, security deposit rules, late fee clauses, and red flags to catch before move-in.
Review my lease nowHow to Read a Lease Agreement
Which sections to read first, what red flags to look for, and which clauses you can negotiate before signing.
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Read guideSecurity Deposit Rules Every Renter Should Know
Deposit caps by state, what landlords can legally deduct, return deadlines, and how to protect your deposit.
LeaseGuard can help you: Compare your deposit clause with state rules.
Read guideLate Fee Clauses Explained: What to Check Before Signing
How stacked fee structures work, what your state allows, and how to push back on risky penalty clauses.
LeaseGuard can help you: Calculate the potential cost of your late-fee clause.
Read guideLease Red Flags: 8 Warning Signs Before You Sign
The 8 most common lease clauses that cost renters money, access, or legal standing — and what to do.
LeaseGuard can help you: Scan your agreement for potential warning signs.
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