Get Agreements in Writing
Answers for Renters

Any agreement between a renter and a property manager should be put in writing. The standard rental agreement form may not include everything agreed upon by both parties. In such cases, do not rely upon a verbal agreement.
         
Suppose a renter gets a new job with paydays on the 10^th and 25^th of the month. The renter contacts the property manager, who agrees to change the rent due date from the 1^st to the 10^th of each month, but never puts this verbal agreement in writing. What happens one year later when the property manager changes and the new manager demands rent on the first of each month as stated in the rental agreement?  Now you have a problem.
         
If you and your property manager reach an agreement on something that is not included in your rental agreement, ask that it be put in writing. Once this is done, it becomes an addendum to the rental agreement. Carefully read whatever is put in writing.  Make sure both of you sign, date and receive your own copy of the document. This will reduce the possibility of future misunderstandings, while building a good relationship between you and your property manager.