Housing

Understanding a rental contract

The clauses to read before you sign: parties, period, rent, what is included, notice, subletting and house rules.

Last checked 14 Oct 2026Official sources

Read these clauses

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Who the landlord is — and for second-hand: that they hold the first-hand contract and permission
Start date and whether it is open-ended or fixed-term
Rent, due date, and what it includes (heating, water, electricity, internet, parking)
Deposit amount and when it is returnedHow to do this
Notice period — at least three calendar months for open-ended contracts
No index clause raising the rent automatically on a first-hand rental flat — those are not valid
House rules: quiet hours, smoking, pets, laundry
An inspection protocol at move-inHow to do this

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Rules and fees change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply or pay. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.

Housing

The clauses to read before you sign: parties, period, rent, what is included, notice, subletting and house rules.

Last checked 14 Oct 2026Official sources

0 of 8 done

Who the landlord is — and for second-hand: that they hold the first-hand contract and permission
Start date and whether it is open-ended or fixed-term
Rent, due date, and what it includes (heating, water, electricity, internet, parking)
Deposit amount and when it is returnedHow to do this
Notice period — at least three calendar months for open-ended contracts
No index clause raising the rent automatically on a first-hand rental flat — those are not valid
House rules: quiet hours, smoking, pets, laundry
An inspection protocol at move-inHow to do this

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Rules and fees change. Always confirm on the official page before you apply or pay. Last checked 14 Oct 2026.