Activity 2: Rental Agreement Language

(Objective 1: Increase ability to read and understand a rental agreement.)

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Suggested Introduction: A written Rental Agreement includes many legal terms and language that may seem “foreign.” As you sign the rental agreement, a contract with your landlord, it is important to know what the terms mean. As we explore the topics of moving in and moving out, we’ll take a look at some of the terms related to each topic.

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This activity may be done individually with paper and pencil or in pairs using the cards. Distribute copies of Handout 4: Rental Agreement Language or the matching cards from the Instructor Materials. Ask participants to match the moving in terms with the definitions. Review the matches, providing additional information on the terms from the Instructor Materials: Rental Agreement Language Answer Key and the Instructor Materials: Background Information.