New Jersey
Manage residential and commercial rental premises in New Jersey with these easy-to-use downloadable Rental Property Management Forms.
State Requirements for Property Managers
Property managers in New Jersey who (i) negotiate or finalize leases, (ii) collect rent, (iii) list rental units, and/or (iv) screen and procure tenants must have a valid real estate broker's license. The only exceptions are for property owners who are managing their own property.
The New Jersey Real Estate Commission is the governing body responsible for licensing real estate brokers. In order to obtain a license, you must be at least 18 years of age, complete the required pre-licensure course, undergo a background check, and pass the State exam. Once you obtain your license, you must be employed by a licensed real estate broker to activate your license.
Who Can Use These Forms?
These easy-to-use template forms can be used by rental property managers and, in most cases, by landlords managing their own properties.
Features of the Templates
These downloadable New Jersey Rental Property Management Forms are fully editable MS Word templates. Buy the form once, use it as often as required. No additional license fees or ongoing subscription costs.
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New Jersey Rental Application Form
Have prospective tenants apply for a rental vacancy by filling out this Rental Application Form for residential tenancies in New Jersey.
- Applicants must supply information about:
- current and previous employment,
- monthly expenses,
- rental history,
- personal and credit references.
- This form can be used by both landlords and rental property managers. Great for multi-unit rental buildings.
- Available in MS Word format.
- Intended to be used in the State of New Jersey.
New Jersey Security Deposit Statement
- The Statement sets out the amount of the original security deposit and any additional deposits, less any deductions being made for unpaid rent or utilities, cleaning charges, repair charges, etc.
- It also sets out whether a refund is being paid to the tenant or if any additional amount is still owing to the landlord.
New Jersey Rental Agreement for Residential Premises
- The Agreement establishes what is called a "periodic tenancy" because it runs from rental period to rental period (month to month or week to week).
- The tenant must pay late fees if the rent is not paid on time, and a charge for any returned checks.
- The tenant is responsible for yard maintenance.
- Procedure that the landlord must follow for returning the tenant's security deposit at the end of the tenancy.
- Provisions for termination by either party, in accordance with landlord-tenant laws.
- The file also contains a Lead Paint Disclosure form, as required by law.
- Also included is a Premises Condition Report to be jointly filled in by the landlord and the tenant at the beginning and the end of the tenancy.
Tenant Reference Check by Phone
Run a reference check on an applicant for a rental unit with this handy Tenant Reference Check form, designed to be used for phone inquiries.
The form contains:- questions to ask the previous landlord and the applicant's employer,
- a section for personal references,
- a credit history section,
- ample space to write down answers and comments,
- a Consent form to be signed by the applicant, authorizing the background check.
