Making a Lease VA Rent My Basement

[fsknot]

Good morning,

I am considering renting out my basement. I used to have a tenant that rented the whole house. It was problematic and I don't want any headaches or nightmares. Should I write up a lease or not for a basement rental?

Thanks,

 

[mightymoose]

Yes, write a lease or use a prepared lease available at many office stores. Make sure any rules you expect your tenant to follow are clear in the agreement.

 

[Betty3]

Yes, definitely have a lease written & signed with rules you expect to be followed. A lease can save you from a lot of problems.