Vacancies

How do I see a vacancy?

Every applicant must inspect the specific unit he/she is interested in before submitting a Rental Application.
Keys are available weekdays from our office (1445 E. Seventh St., Charlotte).
Many keys are also available weekdays from our Lake Norman Office (8936 Northpointe Executive Park Dr, Suite 175, Huntersville)
Click here for directions to our office.
You will need a Photo ID and a $20 cash deposit for the first 2 keys and $10 for each additional key up to a total of 4 keys.

How do I checkout a key to a vacancy?

Do I inspect the unit before submitting an application?

Yes.
In fact, we do not accept Rental Applications until the applicant has personally inspected the specific unit he/she is interested in.

How much is the Binder and Security Deposit?

The Binder is $200
The Security Deposit varies by property, rental rate and an applicants creditworthiness. It can vary from $200 to 2 full months rent. Please ask your Leasing Agent about specific vacancies.

What is a Binder?

Good faith money posted as part of the Rental Application process. A binder does not hold a property.
If accepted, the binder amount is applied to the first month's rent, although the applicant must deposit the required "security deposit" before taking occupancy.
In the event the applicant fails to take possession after the rental application is accepted, the binder is forfeited as liquidated damages.

Does T. R. Lawing Realty accept VISA/MasterCard for regular monthly rent payments after move-in?

No
However, we offer several electronic payment options at no extra charge. Just follow this link for more details

How long will we 'hold' a unit?

Within 48 hours of an application being accepted; (1) the lease must be signed; (2) the binder amount will be applied to the first month's rent; and (3) the remainder of the first full month's rent must be paid.
Once the lease is signed and the remainder of the first full month's rent is paid, we will 'hold' a vacancy for up to 30 days.
In the event the applicant falis to take possession after the rental application is accepted, the binder and/or first month's rent will be forefeited as liquidated damages.

What do I do if I see repairs that I want made?

Applicants must personally inspect the property and, as part of the application process, request any repairs they desire.
Repair requests approved by T. R. Lawing Realty become mutually Agreed To Contingencies of the Rental Lease, provided there are at least ten (10) working days between agreement and occupancy.
The owner reserves the right to seek an increased rental rate if the repairs are estimated to cost more than $200.
Any repair request added after submission of the Rental Application may not be completed prior to occupancy and can be accomplished at the convenience of the maintenance personnel.

What is a Contingency Form?

A list of repairs requested by the applicant and agreed to by both parties at the time the application is accepted.
Click here for "What do I do if I see repairs I want made?"

How long are our leases?

Generally, 12 months.
Leases revert to month-to-month tenancy at the end of the initial term unless the owner and the resident will agree to a longer term.

What about pets?

The owner of each property reserves the right to prohibit or limit the number, size and type of pet allowed at the property.
Typically, more than 1 pet or pets that weigh more than 25 pounds are not allowed, even in single-family houses.
If the owner and agent agree to a pet, an additional pet deposit and signed Pet Addenda will be required.
Our typical pet deposit is $300 of which 50% is refundable if the property is left in good condition.
The following dogs are considered vicious and we can NEVER - under any circumstance - agree to allow one of these pets at a property - they are Akita, Chow, Pit Bull a.k.a Staffordshire Terrier, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Sharpei, and Wolf Hybrids.

Where can I find more information about a neighborhood?

Click here for more information about any neighborhood in America, including age, income, household, school, crime & climate.

Do I need Renters Insurance?

Yes, this is the best way to protect your furniture, clothing, appliances and personal belongings. Tenant's Form Homeowners Insurance also provides liability protection to you for a very nominal rate.

How do I turn 'on' the utilities?

Complete information about electricity, natural gas, water & sewer, telephone, cable tv, garbage collection and even how to changing your driver's license and licence tag are found in our FAQs - Utilities section.

How much to the local utilities generally charge for their utility deposits?

Complete information about all local utilities is found in our FAQs - Utilities section.

What happens if my rent payment is late?

Per your lease, each month's rental payment is due by 11:59 pm on the 5th calendar day of the month. No exceptions are made for weekends, holidays or inclement weather.
Personal checks are only accepted between the 1st and 5th of each month. Only cash or cashier's checks are accepted on and after the 6th of the month.
A Returned Check Fee of $25.00 is charged for each check returned by a financial institution.

Other Fees which may apply

When I vacate, what uses or deductions can be applied to my security deposit?

According to General Statute 42-51, the 8 permitted uses or deductions by a landlord or agent of the landlord are:

Nonpayment of rent (unpaid rent is due);
Cost of water and sewer services provided by the lessor per G.S. 62-110(g);
Damage to the premises (other than damage due to "ordinary wear and tear");
Nonfulfillment of rental period (future rent due under lease when the landlord is unable to re-rent the unit for a similar amount after diligent efforts to do so);
Unpaid bills from the tenant's occupancy which become a lien against the property;
The cost of re-renting the property after a breach of the lease by the tenant;
Costs of removal and storage of tenant's property; or
Court costs in connection with terminating a tenancy.

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