Property

Sublet all or part of your leased business space to a subtenant with this Maine 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.
• Downloadable, fully editable MS Word document.
• Intended for use only in the State of Maine.

If you are buying or selling a condo in the State of Maine, attach this Condominium Addendum to the Real Estate Purchase Agreement.

• The seller must provide the purchaser with the condominium documents within a specified number of days.
• If the purchaser is not satisfied with the documents, he/she may terminate the sale transaction.
• The seller must disclose any condominium association fees or other amounts that are owing with respect to the condo.

Transfer ownership of a real estate property in Maine from a deceased person to a new owner with this Deed of Sale by Personal Representative form.

• The personal representative (executor of the estate) may be required to give notice to the heirs and/or beneficiaries of the estate, unless notice is not required under the terms of the Will.
• This form contains provisions for both testate (with Will) and intestate (without Will) decedents.
• This form is provided in MS Word format and is easy to download, fill in and print.
• For use only within the State of Maine.

Maine realtors, prepare an Exclusive Purchaser Representation Agreement for a client with this easy template.

• The realtor is retained by the client to locate suitable real estate properties to purchase.
• The agent will keep all of the client's information confidential, except for disclosure to a broker as required for the closing.
• If requested, the agent will also assist with survey, tax, legal and home inspection services.
• The client agrees to work exclusively with the agent, and will conduct negotiations on all properties of interest through the agent.
• The client will consult the agent prior to attending open houses or For Sale by Owner properties in order to clarify liability for commission fees.

ME landowners, make money by allowing fishermen to fish in waterways on your land with this Maine 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 to use and protect the land and subject to 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 landowner has no responsibility for the user's safety or that of any guests or invitees, 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 Maine Fishing Lease Agreement is provided in MS Word format, and can be easily edited to fit your circumstances.

Lease a house or apartment in Maine to a tenant with this Fixed Term Residential Lease Agreement.

This Residential Lease Agreement was created for landlords who wish to lease a rental property in Maine to a tenant. A written lease agreement ensures that both parties have a clear understanding of their rights and responsibilities.

Term of Lease

The lease is established for a fixed duration, such as one year, during which both the landlord and tenant are bound by the terms of the agreement.

Key Conditions and Provisions

• Rent Payments: Specifies when and how rent payments must be made.
• Security Deposit and Late Charges: Details regarding the security deposit requirements and any applicable charges for late payments.
• Maintenance and Repairs: Outlines the responsibilities of both parties concerning maintenance and repairs to the property.
• Abandonment: Addresses the procedure and implications if the tenant abandons the property.
• Assignment or Subletting: States the rules regarding the tenant’s ability to assign or sublet the lease to another party.
• Pets: Describes any policies related to keeping pets on the premises.
• Disturbances and Illegal Activities: Prohibits disturbances and unlawful activities on the property.
• Renter’s Insurance: Requires the tenant to carry renter’s insurance for additional protection.
• Early Termination: Explains the conditions under which the lease may be terminated early by either party.

Forms Included with the Lease

• Lead Paint Disclosure Form: Mandated by federal law for properties built before 1978.
• Disclosure of Radon Gas.
• Premises Inspection Checklist and Inventory Report: To be completed by both landlord and tenant at the start and end of the tenancy to document the condition of the property.
• Security Deposit and Deductions Worksheet.

Format and Intended Use

This lease agreement is available as a downloadable Microsoft Word document and is intended exclusively for use within the State of Maine.

This Guaranty of Commercial Lease offers lessors in Maine additional security that their corporate tenants will honor their lease obligations.

• The guaranty is given by a principal of the company, such as a shareholder, partner, sole proprietor or some other person with a financial interest in the tenant.
• The guarantee is unconditional and continuing, and will stay in effect throughout the lease term and any extension or renewal.
• A guarantee of this type is typically required as an inducement to the lessor ⁄ landlord to sign the lease.
• The guarantor guarantees payment of all rent and other amounts due under the lease, including the payment of legal fees incurred by the landlord in enforcing the terms of the lease.

If you are selling property in Maine, contingent on the buyer's sale of another property, add this Kick-Out Clause Addendum to the Real Estate Purchase Agreement.

• The Kick-Out Clause Addendum gives the seller the right to continue to try to sell the property and to consider offers from other potential buyers.
• If a bona fide offer is received, the seller gives notice to the buyer, who then has the option of removing the contingency and proceeding with the sale.
• If the contingency is not removed the seller may terminate the agreement and return the buyer's earnest money deposit.
• This is a downloadable Microsoft Word document which is easy to fill in with your information.
• Intended for use only in the State of Maine.

Do you lease rental units to tenants who are underage (such as students)? Have the tenant's parent or guardian sign this Maine Lease Cosigner Agreement.

• The cosigner agrees to:
  • have the landlord check their credit,
  • guarantee that the tenant complies with the rental agreement,
  • guarantee the payment of rent.
• This legal form template is provided in MS Word format. It should be attached as a schedule to the lease or rental agreement.
• Intended for use only in the State of Maine.