Landlord/TenantLease Agreement

THIS LEASE AGREEMENT (hereinafter referred to as the “Agreement”) made and entered into this ___1st___day of May 2009, by and between,Brandon Joneswhose address 23077 Greenfield rd Southfield,Mi 48075hereinafter referred to as “Lessor”) and (hereinafter referred to as “Lessee”).

WITNESSETH:

WHEREAS, Lessor is the fee owner of the property being rented, lying and situate in Wayne County,Michigan, such real estate property having a street address of.

WHEREAS, Lessor is desirous of leasing the Premises to Lessee upon the terms and conditions as contained herein; and

WHEREAS, Lessee is desirous of leasing the Premises from Lessor on the terms and conditions as contained herein;

NOW, THEREFORE, the covenants and obligations contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto hereby agree as follows:

  1. TERM. Lessor leases to Lessee and Lessee leases from Lessor at the above described Premises together with any and all appurtenances thereto, for a term of 1 year (s), such term beginning on 05-01-09, and ending at 12 o’clock midnight on04-30-10.
  1. RENT. The total rent for the term hereof is the sum of payable on the 1stday of each month of the term. All such payments shall be made to Lessor at Lessor’s addresses as set forth in the preamble to the Agreement on or before

the due date. Any payments received after the 5th of every month will be

  1. SECRURITY DEPOSIT. Upon the execution of this Agreement, Lessee shall deposit with Lessor the sum of ) receipt of which is hereby acknowledged by Lessor, as a security deposit for any damage caused to the Premises during the term hereof. Such deposit shall be returned to Lessee, without interest, and less any set off for damages to the Premises upon the termination of this Agreement.

4. USE OF PREMISES.The Premises shall be used and occupied by Lessee and Lessee’s

immediate family, consisting of , and childrenexclusively, as a private single family dwelling, and no part of the Premises shall be used at any time during the term of this Agreement by Lessee for the purpose of carrying on any business, profession or trade of any kind, or for any purpose other than a private single family dwelling. Lessee shall not allow any other person, other than Lessee’s immediate familyor transient relatives and friends who are guests of Lessee, to use or occupy the Premises without first obtaining Lessor’s written consent to such use. Lessee shall comply with anyand all laws, ordinances, rules and orders of any and all-governmental quasi-governmentalauthorities affecting the cleanliness, use, occupancy and preservation of the Premises.

  1. CONDITION OF PREMISES. Lessee stipulates, represents and warrants that Lessee has examined the Premises, and that they are at the time of this Lease in good order, repair, and in a safe, clean and tenantable condition.
  1. ASSIGNMENT AND SUB-LETTING. Lessee shall not assign this Agreement, or sub-let or grant any license to use the Premises or any part thereof without the prior written consent of Lessor. A consent by Lessor to one such assignment, sub-letting or license shall not be deemed to be a consent to any subsequent assignment, sub-letting, or license. An assignment, sub-letting or license without the prior written consent of Lessor or an assignment or sub-letting by operation of law shall be absolutely null and void and shall, at Lessor’s option, termination of this Agreement.

7. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS. Lessee shall make no alterations to the

property or improvements on the Premises without the prior written consent of the

Lessor. Any and all alterations, changes, and/or improvements built, constructed or

placed on the Premises by Lessee shall, unless otherwise provided by written agreement

between Lessor and Lessee, and become the property of Lessor and remain on the

Premises at the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement.

8. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Lessee shall not keep on the Premises any item of a

dangerous, flammable, or explosive character that might unreasonably increase the

danger of fire or explosion on the Premises or that might be considered hazardous or

extra hazardous by any responsible insurance company.

  1. UTILITIES. Resident/Tenant agrees and shall be responsible for the payment of all utilities. Resident/Tenant shall make arrangements at his/her expense to initiate service of utilities, including but not limited to electric, gas, fuel oil, water, and garbage pickup, no later than the first day of tenancy, and shall pay the utility expense in a timely fashion. Failure to comply strictly with the terms of this provision shall constitute a default and all rights and remedies shall accrue to owner thereon as provided by law.
  1. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR; RULES. Lessee will, at its sole expense, keep and

maintain the Premises and appurtenances in good and sanity condition and repair during

the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Lessee shall:

  1. Not obstruct the driveways, sidewalks, courts, entry ways, stairs and/or halls, which shall be used for the purpose of ingress and egress only;
  2. Keep all windows, glass window coverings, doors, locks and hardware in good, clean order and repair;
  3. Not obstruct or cover the windows or doors;
  4. Not leave windows or doors in an open position during any inclement weather;
  5. Not hang any laundry, clothing, sheets, etc. from any window, rail, porch or balcony nor air or dry any of same within any yard area or space;
  6. Not cause or permit any locks or hooks to be placed upon any door or window without the prior written consent of Lessor:
  7. Keep all air conditioning filters clean and free from dirt
  8. Keep all lavatories, sinks, toilets, and all other water and plumbing apparatus in good order and repair and shall use same only for the purposes for which they were constructed. Lessee shall not allow any sweepings, rubbish, sand, rags, ashes or other substances to be thrown or deposited therein. Any damage to any such apparatus and the cost of clearing stopped plumbing resulting from misuse shall be borne by Lessee;
  9. And Lessee’s family and guest shall at all times maintain order in the Premises and at all places on the Premises, and shall not make or permit any loud or improper noises, or otherwise disturb other residents;
  10. Keep all radios, television sets, stereos, phonographs, etc., turned down to a level of sound that does not annoy or interfere with other residents;
  11. Deposit all trash, garbage, rubbish or refuse in the locations provided.
  12. Keep all landscaping (cutting the grass, cutting trees and any additional landscaping that is needed on the Premises). The tenant is also responsible for shoveling the sidewalk and driveway at all times during the winter months. Salt should be placed on the sidewalk and in the area that is icy to prevent visitors or non-visitors from falling on the Premises.
  13. Abide by and be bound by any and all rules and regulations affecting the Premises or the common area appurtenant.
  14. No Pets of any kind allowed.
  15. Repairs can be made at anytime.
  1. DAMAGE TO PREMISES. In the event the Premises are destroyed or rendered

untenantable by fire, storm, or other casualty not caused by the negligence of Lessee, this Agreement shall terminate from such time expect for the purpose of enforcing rights that may have accrued hereunder. The rental provided for herein shall then be accounted for by and between Lessor and Lessee up to the time of such injury or destruction of the Premises, Lessee paying rentals up to such date and Lessor refunding rentals collected beyond such date. Should a portion of the Premises thereby be rendered untenantable, the Lessor shall have the option of either repairing such injured or damaged portion or terminating this Lease. In the event that Lessor exercises its right to repair such untenantable portion, the rental shall abate in the proportion that the injured parts bears to the whole Premises, and such part so injured shall be restored by Lessor as speedily as practicable, after which the full rent shall recommence and the Agreement continue according to its terms.

  1. INSPECTION OF PREMISES. Lessor and Lessor’s agents shall have the right at all

reasonable times during the term of this Agreement and any renewal thereof to enter the Premises for the purpose of inspecting the Premises and all buildings and improvements thereon. And for the purposes of making any repairs, Lessor may deem additions or alterations as appropriate for the preservation of the Premises. Lessor and its agents shall further have the right to exhibit the Premises and display the usual “for sale”, “for rent”, or “vacancy” signs on the Premises at any time within forty-five (45) days before the expiration of this Lease. The right of entry shall likewise exist for the purpose of removing placards, signs, fixtures, alterations, or additions, but do not conform to this Agreement or to any restrictions, rules, or regulations affecting the Premises. Lessee must give the Lessor 45 days notice prior to vacating the premises. Inspection by Lessor will occur either once or twice a month. Upon inspection if damages are done repairs will need to be completed prior to following inspection.

  1. SURRENDER OF PREMISES. Upon the expiration of the term hereof, Lessee shall surrender the Premises in a good state and condition as they were at the commencement of this Agreement, reasonable use and wear and tear thereof and damages by the elements will be accepted.
  1. INDEMNIFICATION. Lessor shall not be liable for any damage or injury of or to the Lessee, Lessee’s family, guest, invites, agents, or employees, or to any person entering that Premises of which the Premises are a part or to goods or equipment, or in structure or equipment of the structure of which the Premises are part, and Lessee hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and hold Lessor harmless from any and all claims or assertions of every kind and nature.
  1. DEFAULT. Failure to comply with one or more of the substantive or procedural terms of this Agreement shall constitute a default of the entire Agreement. In case of default, Owner shall have the immediate right to possession by means of self-help or legal process, such remedy is not intended to be exclusive but rather cumulative and in addition to any other remedies available under Michigan Law.
  1. ATTORNEY FEES. In the event, any legal action is brought by either party to enforce the terms herein or relating to the demised premises, the Owner shall be entitled to all costs and attorney fees as allowed by statue; incurred in connection with such action, unless ruled otherwise by the Court. If rent is not received in full by the 15th of the month, all court cost and/or legal fees will automatically be assessed to the tenant.
  1. LATE CHARGE. In the event that any payment required to be paid by Lessee hereunder is not made by the 10th day of each month, Lessee shall pay to Lessor, in addition to such payment or other charges due hereunder, a “late fee” in the amount of Fifty ($50.00).

If Tenant is late with the rent more than four (4) times in a 12-month period, Lessor may terminate this agreement. Termination of this agreement does not relieve the tenant of financial obligations under this agreement.

Resident/Tenant further agrees to pay a $25.00 returned check fee for any dishonored check and reimburse the Lessor for any additional charges that incurred due to the returned check.

  1. ABANDOMENT. Abandonment shall have occurred if: (1) without notifying the Owner, the Resident/Tenant is absent for fifteen (15) days while rent is due and substantially all of Resident/Tenant’s possessions have been removed from the premises. If Resident/Tenant abandons the premises, Owner shall have the right to enter to repossess the premises and attempt to rent the property at fair market value. Resident/Tenant shall be liable for the entire rent due for the remainder of the term, and/or the cost of re-renting the premises, including rent lost, the cost of restoration to the condition at the time it was rented, and reasonable fees for re-renting the property. If Resident/Tenant has left personal property in the premises, Owner shall remove and restore it and give Resident/Tenant notice of this action. Resident/Tenant may obtain such personal property from Owner by paying the reasonable moving and storage expenses, unpaid rent, utilities and damages arising as a direct result of Resident/Tenant’s tenancy/occupancy and pay other damages of any type whatsoever which arise from any acts or omissions by Resident/Tenant. If Resident/Tenant fails to claim such personal property within thirty (30) days of notice, Owner shall make reasonable effort to sell the property left by the Resident/Tenant at its fair market value and set off the proceeds toward any amount the Resident/Tenant may owe Owner.
  2. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed, construed and interpreted by, through and under the Laws of the State ofMichigan.
  1. MODIFICATION. The parties hereby agree that this document contains the entire agreement between the parties and this Agreement shall not be modified, changed, altered, or amended in any way except through a written amendment signed by all of the parties hereto.

As to Lessor this__1____day of November 2009.

Witnesses: “Lessor”

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As to Lessee, this _1___day of November 2009.

Witnesses:“Lessee”

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I HAVE THROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THIS AGREEMENT, WHICH APPEAR ABOVE. I HAVE HAD THIS AGREEMENT REVIEWED BY INDEPENDENT COUNSEL OR HAVE HAD SUFFICIENT OPPORTUNITY TO DO SO.

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Addendum 1A.

Lessee upon agreement made with the lessor have entered into an agreement that allows the lessee to maintain andrepair minor conditions that may occur with the property including but not limited to Boiler maintenance, Plumbing maintenance, Electrical maintenance,lawn care, and otherproperty conditionsthat may occur with the property.Lessee must inform theLessor of all issues prior to completing any repairs and must inform the lessor when issue is resolved.Lessee must use certified and credentialed professional maintenance companies when necessary.Lessor will provide a list of preferred contractors.Lessee agrees to hold harmless the Lessor of any discrepancies,conditions or injuries that may occur as a result of maintenance and repairs completed at Lessees' description. Lessee will be held financially responsible for any maintenance or repairs completed on the property that result in destruction of the property or injury to persons on the premises of the property.

List of Contractors:

Lamile Wolfe 313-790-4907 Contractor

Vance Mitchell 313-404-5331 Contractor

Daryll Marshall 313-617-6643 Clean up and Hauling

Steven’s Pest Control 313-942-0789Exterminator