Property Forms

South Carolina tenants, sublease the property you are renting with this Sublease Agreement for residential rental units.

• The sublease requires the consent of the landlord.
• The subtenant must pay the rent, the utilities and a damage deposit.
• The subtenant must keep the premises in clean and good condition.
• The subtenant cannot assign the sublease without the consent of both the landlord and the original tenant.
• The sublease includes a Premises Inspection Report and Inventory Checklist.
• The file also includes a Co-Signer Agreement, to be used in the event that the subtenant is a minor (such as a student). This agreement would be signed by a parent or guardian, who guarantees to pay any amounts due if the tenant fails to pay.

The South Carolina Residential Sublease Agreement is provided in MS Word format, and can be easily edited to fit your circumstances.

• 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.

Take applications from prospective renters for a vacation home in South Carolina with this Vacation Property Rental Application.

• Before they rent your lakeside cottage, cabin or summer house, have your potential guests provide you with the following information:
  • Rental period desired (based on availability).
  • Amount of deposit required and paid (as of the application date).
  • Number of persons in the applicant's party.
  • Length of stay.
• This is a downloadable template which you can customize and mail out or post online.
• Prepared for use in the State of South Carolina.

Rent your summer home, lake cottage or recreational property to vacationers with this Vacation Property Rental Agreement for South Carolina.

• Provisions of the Agreement include:
  • Payment, refund and use of the security deposit for any damage or missing items.
  • Fees payable for no-shows, changes or cancellation of the reservation after a certain date.
  • Description of the rental property and items supplied, such as appliances, linens, etc.
  • Restrictions on use of the property, such as smoking, pets, noise, guests, alcohol consumption.
  • The renter is solely responsible for personal property brought onto the premises and indemnifies the owner against any claims for loss or damage.
• Available in MS Word format and fully editable so you can customize it as needed.
• Intended to be used only in the State of South Carolina.

Transfer ownership of a SC real estate property from two sellers to two buyers with this South Carolina Warranty Deed for joint ownership.

• This is the type of Warranty Deed that is used to convey a property from one couple (spouses or partners) to another couple, who will live in the property.
• The buyers will own the property as joint tenants with rights of survivorship. That means when one joint tenant dies, the title will pass to the survivor.
• The sellers (grantors) covenant to the buyers (grantees) that they have good and marketable title to the property, they have the legal right and power to transfer the title, and they will defend the grantees' right to possess the property.
• The form includes an Affidavit for Taxable or Exempt Transfers.

Terminate a tenant's lease before it expires by mutual consent with this downloadable South Dakota Agreement for Early Termination of Lease form.

• This form is not for evictions. It can only be used when both the landlord and tenant agree to terminate the lease early.
• This Agreement is for residential tenants only. A different form is required for commercial rental properties.
• The tenant must still give the landlord written notice setting out the proposed termination date.
• The tenant agrees to pay a lease buyout fee.
• Downloadable and easy to customize to fit your circumstances.
• Intended to be used only in the State of South Dakota.

Transfer an existing lease to a new owner of the property with this South Dakota Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

• The Assignment is between the current landlord, the purchaser of the property (new landlord) and the tenant, and is part of the documentation required to sell the premises to the new owner.
• The current landlord assigns the lease to the new landlord, and the tenant covenants to pay rent to the new owner and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The current landlord and the purchaser agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• This form can be used for either commercial or residential rental properties.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of South Dakota.

Sublet all or part of your leased business space to a subtenant with this South Dakota Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• The Sublease can be used for office, retail shopping or other business premises.
• The subtenant pays the security deposit and the rent to the original tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease for the duration of the lease term.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The original tenant directs the subtenant to pay rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• Intended for use only in the State of South Dakota.

Lease office, retail or other business premises to a tenant with this South Dakota Commercial Triple Net Lease Agreement.

A triple net lease means that the lessee covers all costs and expenses to do with the premises including structural repairs. The landlord benefits because the tenant is responsible for all expenses related to the property. The tenant benefits from lower rents and from more control over property-related expenses.

Key Provisions of Lease

• Renewal. The lessee has an option to renew the lease for an additional term.
• Responsibility for Taxes and Costs. The lessee will pay all expenses, taxes, levies, and charges with respect to the premises, all utilities and services, and operating expenses for its business.
• Insurance. The lessee is responsible for carrying fire, extended coverage, and liability insurance.
• Repairs and Maintenance.The lessee is responsible for all alterations, improvements, maintenance and repairs.
• Additional Rent. Optional clause for percentage rent to be paid in addition to the base rent, if applicable.

Damage or Destruction

The lease contains provisions outlining the steps for abatement of rent or termination of the lease in the event of substantial damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.

Subordination

The lessee agrees to sign a subordination agreement or other documents necessary to subordinate the lease to a mortgage or other charge, if required by the lessor.

Format and Legal Jurisdiction

This legal form template is available in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your needs. It is intended to be used only in the State of South Dakota.

SD landowners, charge an annual fee for fishermen to fish in the waterways on your land with this South Dakota Fishing Lease Agreement.

• This Agreement can be used for individual fishermen or for groups and organizations.
• The user can only fish at the times of the year permitted by local, State and federal laws.
• The user's rights to fish on the property are subject to the rights of the landowner and any oil and gas or mineral leases.
• The landowner has the right to limit fishing in any body of water in order to preserve the quality of the fish stock.
• The user must take proper care of the property and comply with all rules and regulations. Failure to do so will result in immediate termination of the lease.
• The user cannot transfer or assign its right to fish unless the landowner gives written consent.
• The landowner has no responsibility for the user's safety or its guests or members, and the user indemnifies and holds the landowner harmless against any claim, loss, cost or damage arising from the user's use of the property.

This South Dakota Fishing Lease Agreement is provided in MS Word format, and can be easily edited to fit your circumstances.