$2495

4 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms, two garages Basement for storage and other such additions Kitchen area with enough space for dining table Two areas on first floor that could be used as living room, one near the entrance and the other near the kitchen Pear trees in backyard to eat when they come out Patio outside of house to enjoy the view Spacious backyard Quiet and safe neighborhood in Lakota School District. Great for anyone starting a family due to proximity to all the Schools. 2 minute drive to Lakota Elementary and Lakota Middleschool, 10 minute drive to Lakota West Highschool 10 minute drive to grocery store, the Kroger Marketplace 15 minute drive to movie theater and general entertainment area 20 minute drive to Jungle Jims, the biggest international food market in the area 5 min to library, to I-75. Easy commute to Cincinnati, Fairfield, and Mason 1. PROPERTY. Lessors own certain real property and improvements located at 6109 Beckett Station Court, West Chester, Ohio 45069- (the "Premises"). Lessors desire to lease the Premises to Lessees upon the terms and conditions contained herein. Lessees desire to lease the Premises from Lessors on the terms and conditions contained herein. 2. TERM. This Lease shall commence on ______________ (the "Commencement Date") and shall continue monthly thereafter. The termination date shall be on ____________. Upon the termination date, Lessees shall be required to vacate the Premises unless Lessors and Lessees formally extend this Lease in writing or create and execute a new written and signed Lease. In event of a renewal, Lessors may elect to increase the Rent by 3% to 5% of current rental rate depending on the market index. The new rental will be negotiated. 3. RENT. Lessees shall pay to Lessors in advance ____$ 2777_ per month (the "Rent") due on the 1st day of each calendar month. Reduction of $50 per month is the rent is automatically transferred to the Lessors account on the 1 st day of each month. Weekends and holidays do not delay or excuse Lessees' obligation to timely pay rent. If Lessees should move from the premises prior to the expiration of this time period, the Lessees shall be liable for all rent due until such time that the Premises is occupied by an Lessors approved paying Resident and/or expiration of said time period, whichever is shorter. A. Delinquent Rent. If Lessees fail to pay the Rent before the 1st of the month, the Rent shall be considered overdue and delinquent and Lessors shall have the option to take immediate legal action to evict the Lessees from the Premises. In the event Lessors commence an action for eviction, Lessees shall not be entitled to the return of the Security Deposit (defined hereafter). B. Late Fee. Rent payments received after the 1st day of the month shall be subject to a late fee of ten percent (10%) of the Rent plus five dollars ($5.00) for each day the Rent is overdue. C. Prorated Rent. In the event that the Commencement Date is not the 1st of the calendar month, Lessees shall pay to Lessors a prorated monthly rent. The amount shall be paid on or before the date Lessees move in. D. Returned Checks. In the event that any payment by Lessees is returned for insufficient funds, Lessees shall be notified by a three (3) day notice and shall be required to pay sixty dollars ($60.00) for each dishonored check, plus late charges as described above, in cash. Furthermore, Lessors may require in writing that Lessees pay all future Rent by cash, money order, or cashier's check. 4. SECURITY DEPOSIT. Upon execution of this Lease, Lessees shall pay Lessors the sum of $2777 (the "Security Deposit") receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by Lessors as security for full compliance with the terms and conditions of this Lease and any damage caused to the Premises during the term hereof. A. Refund. Upon termination of the Lease, the Security Deposit may be applied to compensate the Lessors for the payment of accrued rent and the amount of damages that the Lessors have suffered by reason of the Lessee's noncompliance with the terms of this Lease or with any and all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of any and all governmental or quasi-governmental authorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy, and preservation of the Premises. The Security Deposit becomes non-refundable, if Lessees do not to move into the Premises by (). THE SECURITY DEPOSIT SHALL NOT BE USED BY LESSEES TO PAY RENT DURING THE TERM OF THIS LEASE. B. Deductions. Lessors may deduct reasonable charges from the Security Deposit for: (1) Unpaid or accelerated rent; (2) Late charges; (3) Unpaid utilities; (4) Costs of cleaning, deodorizing, and repairing the Premises and its contents for which Lessees are responsible; (5) Pet violation charges; (6) Replacing unreturned keys, garage door openers, or other security devices; (7) The removal of unauthorized locks or fixtures installed by Lessees; (8) Insufficient light bulbs; (9) Packing, removing, and storing abandoned property; (10) Removing abandoned or illegally parked vehicles; (11) Costs of reletting, if Lessees are in default; (12) Attorney's fees and court costs incurred in any proceeding against Lessees; (13) Any other items Lessees are responsible to pay under this Lease. If deductions exceed the Security Deposit, Lessees shall pay to Lessors the excess within ten (10) days after Lessors make written demand. The Security Deposit will be applied first to any non-rent items, including late charges, returned check charges, repairs, brokerage fees, and periodic utilities, then to any unpaid rent. 5. METHOD OF PAYMENT. The initial payment of the Rent and the Security Deposit under this Lease shall be made in cash or cashier's check drawn on a local financial institution. Thereafter, monthly rent payments may be paid by check until a check is dishonored and returned for insufficient funds. Lessors may require in writing that Lessees pay all future Rent by cash, money order, or cashier's check. Lessees are aware that Lessors may report late rent payments, damages, utilities or other costs owed by Lessees to credit reporting agencies. Lessees understand that this reporting could affect Lessees' ability to obtain credit for future housing. 6. DELIVERY OF RENTS. The Rent shall be delivered through mail to The rent envelope must be postmarked no later than the 5 th day of each calendar month. Any rent payments lost in the mail shall be treated as unpaid until received by Lessors. It is recommended that payment made in cash or money order be delivered in person at the above address or directly withdrawing from Lessee's bank account. 7. USE OF THE PREMISES. The Premises shall be used and occupied solely by Lessees and Lessees' immediate family exclusively, as a private single-family dwelling for ______________. No part of the Premises shall be used at any time during the term of this Lease by Lessees for the purpose of carrying on any business, profession, or trade of any kind, or for any purpose other than as a private single-family dwelling. Lessees shall not allow any other person, other than Lessee' immediate family or transient relatives and friends who are guests of Lessees, to use or occupy the Premises without first obtaining Lessors' written consent to such use. In the event that Lessors consent in writing to additional occupants, Lessees agree to pay an extra ten percent (10%) of the Rent each month for each additional person who shall occupy the Premises in any capacity other than visiting. Lessees shall comply with any and all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of any and all governmental or quasi-governmental authorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy, and preservation of the Premises. 8. CONDITION OF THE PREMISES. Lessees stipulate, represent and warrant that Lessees have examined the Premises, and that they are, at the time this Lease is executed, in good order, repair, and in a safe, clean, and tenantable condition. Lessees agree to notify Lessors of any defects on the Premises. Lessees further agree to return the Premises in "As is" condition and to indemnify Lessors against any losses or liabilities arising out of Lessees' use of the Premises, including any use of the Premises with Lessors' consent. 9. APPLIANCES. The Rent specifically excludes all appliances not permanently affixed, except the refrigerator. Appliances located on or within the Premises are there solely for the convenience of Lessors, who assumes no responsibility for their operation. In the event any appliance fails to function during the term of this Lease, Lessees may have them repaired at no cost to Lessors or request Lessors to remove them, with the costs of such removal to be paid by Lessees. 10. YARD WORK. Lessees are responsible for all maintenance of the Premises and the yard. 11. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND RULES: Lessees will, at their sole expense, keep and maintain the Premises and appurtenances in good and sanitary condition and repair during the term of this Lease. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Lessees shall: A. Not obstruct the driveways, sidewalks, entry ways, stairs and/or halls, which shall be used for the purposes of ingress and egress only; B. Keep all windows, glass, window coverings, doors, locks and hardware in good, clean order and repair; C. Not obstruct or cover the windows or doors; D. Not leave windows or doors in an open position during any inclement weather. Damage caused by rain, hail or wind as a result of leaving windows or doors open, or damage caused by overflow of water, or stoppage of waste pipes, breakage of glass, damage to screens, deterioration of lawns and landscaping, whether caused by abuse or neglect is the responsibility of Lessees; E. Not hang any laundry, clothing, sheets, etc., from any window, rail, or porch nor air or dry any of the same within any yard area or space; F. Not cause or permit any locks or hooks to be placed upon any door or window without the prior written consent of Lessors; G. Lessees shall maintain all the fire alarm sensing devices and other alarm systems in working condition. Any damage caused by failed alarm systems during this lease term shall be borne by lessees. H. Lessees shall be responsible for the light bulbs replacement. I. Keep all air conditioning and heating filters clean and free from dirt. Any damages caused to air conditioning and heating units as a result of not timely changing filters shall be borne by Lessees, and Lessees shall be required to pay for any costs of cleaning such filters; J. Keep all lavatories, sinks, toilets, and all other water and plumbing apparatus in good order and repair and shall use the same only for the purposes for which they were constructed. Lessees shall not allow any sweepings, rubbish, sand, rags, ashes or other substances to be thrown or deposited therein. Any damage to any such apparatus and the cost of clearing stopped plumbing resulting from misuse shall be borne by Lessees; K. Lessees' family and guests shall at all times maintain order in the Premises and at all places on the Premises, and shall not make or permit any loud or improper noises, or otherwise disturb the neighbors; L. Keep all radios, television sets, stereos, phonographs, etc., turned down to a level of sound that does not annoy or interfere with the neighbors; M. Deposit all trash, garbage, rubbish or refuse in the locations provided; N. Shall be responsible for any damage caused by any and all tacks, nails, or other hangers nailed or screwed into the walls or ceilings at the termination of this Lease; O. Abide by and be bound by any and all rules and regulations affecting the Premises or the common area appurtenant thereto which may be adopted or promulgated by the Homeowners' Association having control over them. P. Lessees agree to provide pest control in the event it is needed. 12. VEHICLES. The parking or storage of a motor home, recreational vehicle, or trailer of any type on the Premises is strictly prohibited. Lessees agree to park two automobiles only on the paved driveways provided. Lessees further agree that no vehicle may be repaired on the Premises, nor may any vehicle be stored on the Premises without a current registration and tag, except in the garage. Any vehicle which is parked on any unpaved area or which does not have a current registration may be towed and removed, at Lessees' sole expense. 13. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLETTING. Lessees shall not assign this Lease, or sublet or grant any license to use the Premises or any part thereof without the prior written consent of Lessors and paying an appropriate surcharge to be determined by Lessors. A written consent by Lessors to one such assignment, subletting or license shall not be deemed to be a consent to any subsequent assignment, subletting or license. An assignment, subletting or license without the prior written consent of Lessors shall be absolutely null and void and shall, at Lessors' option, terminate this Lease, and eviction proceedings may be commenced at once without notice. 14. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. Lessees shall make no alterations to the Premises or construct any building or make any other improvements on the Premises without the prior written consent of Lessors. Any and all alterations, changes, and/or improvements built, constructed or placed on the Premises by Lessees shall, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between Lessors and Lessees, constitute abandonment and surrender of the Premises, and termination by the Lessees of this Lease. Lessors may take immediate possession and exclude Lessees from the Premises, storing all Lessees' possessions at Lessees' expense pending reimbursement in full for Lessors' loss and damages. 15. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Lessees shall not keep on the Premises any item of a dangerous, flammable or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the danger of fire or explosion on the Premises or that might be considered hazardous or extra hazardous by any responsible insurance company. 16. UTILITIES. Lessees shall be responsible for the payment of all utility services, including electric, garbage, telephone, gas, water and sewer, or any other bills incurred during the term of this Lease. Lessees specifically authorize Lessors to deduct amounts of unpaid bills from the Security Deposit in the event such bills remain unpaid upon the termination of this Lease. A. Phone: Lessees agree to install and maintain telephone service, and to provide to the Lessors the telephone number, and any changes, within three (3) days after installation. B. Gas, Electric, and Water: Lessees agree to transfer the gas, electric, and water service charges to their name immediately upon occupancy and to make arrangements for meter readings as needed. UPON THE TERMINATION OF THIS LEASE, LESSEES SHALL TRANSFER THE GAS, ELECTRIC, AND WATER BACK TO THE LOSSOR'S NAME. Lessees shall NOT turn off the gas, electric, and water at the termination of the agreement. Lessees shall be responsible for any damage caused by the turning off the gas, electric and the water. 17. PETS. Lessees shall not permit any animal, including mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, rodents, or insects on the Premises, even temporarily, unless authorized by a separate written Pet Addendum to this Lease. If Lessees violate the pet restrictions of this Lease, Lessees shall pay to Lessors a fee for the entire term of this Lease, regardless of when the pet was first introduced onto the Premises. Lessors may remove or cause to be removed any animals found on the Premises but not registered under this Lease or a separate Pet Addendum and deliver such unauthorized animals to appropriate local authorities as prescribed by law. Lessors will not be liable for any harm, injury, death, or sickness to any unauthorized animal. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Lessees further agree that: A. No animals that are attack-trained or vicious, with a history of biting people or other animals, or of causing property damage, shall be kept on the Premises; B. Lessees are solely responsible for any and all damages to the Premises, including carpeting, draperies, blinds, wall coverings, furnishings, appliances, and landscaping such as the lawn or shrubbery; C. Lessees are solely responsible for any and all damages or losses to the persons or property of others caused by Lessees' pets and Lessees hereby agree to hold Lessors harmless from any such damages; D. All pet waste shall be removed and disposed of promptly, including waste deposited in neighbors' yards; E. All pets shall be maintained so as not to cause annoyance to others. 18. WATERBEDS. In the event any occupant of the Premises shall use a flotation bedding system, the Lessees shall carry an insurance policy with a loss payable clausepayable to Lessors. This policy should cover personal injury and damage to theLessors and should be in a form standard to the industry. The minimum coverage should be $100,000.00. 19. LESSEES' OBLIGATIONS UNDER OHIO LAW. Lessees agree to meet all of Lessees' obligations under applicable Ohio law, including: A. Taking affirmative action to insure that nothing exists which might place Lessors in violation of applicable building, housing and health codes; B. Keeping the Premises in clean and sanitary condition, removing garbage and trash as they accumulate, maintaining plumbing in good working order to prevent stoppages and/or leakage; C. Operating all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and other appliances in a reasonable and safe manner; D. Assuring that property belonging to the Lessors is safeguarded against damage, destruction, loss, removal, or theft; E. Conducting themselves and their family, friends, guests, and visitors in a manner which will not disturb others. Lessees warrant that they will meet the above conditions in every respect and acknowledge that failure to do so will be grounds for termination of this Lease and forfeiture of the Security Deposit. 20. PERSONAL PROPERTY. Lessor does not insure Lessees' persons and personal property in the leased Premises elsewhere. Lessees shall be at the risk of themselves only, and LESSEES ARE ADVISED TO PURCHASE RENTER'S INSURANCE IN A SUFFICIENT AMOUNT TO INSURE THEMSELVES AND THEIR PERSONAL PROPERTY IN THE PREMISES AT THEIR SOLE EXPENSE. 21. CRIMINAL ACTIVITY. Lessees shall not permit the Premises to be used for, or to facilitate criminal activity, including drug-related crimes, or any other activities of any nature which may pose a threat to the health and safety of other lessees, regardless whether the individual(s) engaging in such activity is/are a member of Lessees' household or a guest. Violation of this provision shall constitute material violation of this Lease and shall terminate this Lease. 22. ATTORNEYS' FEES AND SEVERABILITY. Lessees agrees to pay all court costs and attorneys' fees incurred by the Lessors in enforcing legal action or any of Lessors' other rights under this Lease or any law of the State of Ohio. In the event any portion of this Lease shall be found to be unsupportable under Ohio law, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and subject to enforcement in the courts without exception. 23. OWNER'S STATEMENTS: All rights given to Lessors by this Lease shall be cumulative in addition to any other laws which might exist or come into being. Any exercise or failure to exercise by Lessors of any right shall not act as a waiver of any other rights. No statement or promise of Lessors or their agent as to tenancy, repairs, alternations, or other terms and conditions shall be binding unless specified in writing and specifically endorsed. 24. PARTIAL PAYMENT. Lessors do not accept any partial payment of the Rent. 25. ABANDONMENT. If Lessees leave said premises unoccupied for fifteen (15) days while rent is due and unpaid, Lessors are granted the right hereunder to take immediate possession thereof and to exclude Lessees therefrom. The removal of Lessees' property from the Premises and placing it into storage shall be made at the Lessees' expense. 26. RIGHT TO SIGN. The individuals signing this Lease as to Lessee stipulate and warrant that they have the right to sign for and to bind all occupants. 27. PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE. No rights of storage are given by this Lease. Lessors shall not be liable for any loss of personal injury or property by fire, theft, breakage, burglary, or otherwise, for any accidental damage to persons, guests, or property in or about the Premises resulting from electrical failure, water, rain, windstorm, or any act of God, or negligence of Lessors, or Lessors' agent, contractors, or employees, or by any other cause, whatsoever. Lessees covenant and agree to make no claim for any such damages or loss against owner, but to purchase needed renter's insurance or to provide self-insurance in adequate amounts to offset any risk. Lessees agree to list Lessors as "additional insured" on their insurance policies. 28. TERMINATION. All parties agree that termination of this Lease prior to __________ regardless of cause will constitute a breach of the Lease, and the Security Deposit shall be forfeited in favor of Lessors as full liquidated damages at Lessors' option. Beyond ____________,after one month's rental payment has been received, this Lease may be terminated by mutual consent of the parties, or by either party giving written notice of at least thirty (30) days prior to the end of any monthly period. Lessors may change any provision of this agreement in like manner. 29. THREE (3) DAY INSPECTION. Under the terms of this Lease, Lessees will be provided with an inspection sheet. It is their obligation to inspect the Premises and to fill out and return to Lessors their inspection sheet within three (3) days after taking possession of the Premises. It will be presumed that the Premises is functioning in a satisfactory manner in all respects after the expiration of the 3 days. Lessees agree that failure to file such a statement shall be conclusive proof that there were no defects of note in the property. After that time, Lessees are obligated to provide for routine maintenance at their own expense. 30. LESSORS' AGENTS AND ACCESS. An agent who will carry appropriate identification may represent Lessors. Lessees specifically agree to permit Lessors or their agent(s) access to the Premises for the purposes of inspection, repairs, or to show the Premises to other persons at reasonable hours, on request. Lessees will also allow signage in the yard. 31. WORKER'S WARRANTY. All parties to this Lease warrant that any work or repairs performed by Lessees will be undertaken only if he/she is competent and qualified to perform it, and the person performing the work will be totally responsible for all activities to assure they are done in a safe manner which will meet all applicable Ohio law. They further warrant that they will be accountable for any mishaps or accidents resulting from such work, and that they will hold Lessors free from harm, litigation or claims of any other person. 32. SMOKE DETECTORS. Smoke detectors have been installed in the Premises. It is Lessees' responsibility to maintain its appliance including testing periodically and replacing batteries as recommended by the manufacturer. In the event the detector is missing or inoperative, Lessees have an affirmative duty to notify Lessors immediately. 33. DEFAULT BY LESSEES: Any breach or violation of any provision of this Lease by Lessees or any untrue or misleading information in Lessees' application shall give Lessors or their agent the right to terminate this Lease, evict the Lessees, and to take possession of the Premises. In the event of a default, Lessees agree to a forfeiture of the Security Deposit and Lessors may still purse any remaining amounts due and owing. 34. BANKRUPTCY: In the event of bankruptcy or any state insolvency proceeding filed against Lessees, their heirs or assigns, Lessors have the option to declare this Lease null and void, and to immediately resume possession of the Premises. No judicial officer shall ever have any rights, title, or interest in or to the above-described property by virtue of this Lease.