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Translate a sample rental contract from Spanish to English

Unlock Success: Real Estate and Housing Vocabulary in Spanish: Translate a sample rental contract from Spanish to English
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I found several resources that include sample rental contracts in Spanish and their translations or templates in English. Based on these, I will provide a summarized translation of key sections typically found in a Spanish rental contract.

Sample Rental Contract (Contrato de Arrendamiento) in English

Parties Involved

  • Landlord: Full name, identification (DNI, NIE, Passport), address.
  • Tenant: Full name, identification, address.

Purpose of the Contract

  • Description of the property, its address, cadastral reference, and intended use.

Terms and Conditions

  • Duration: Usually a minimum of five years for residential leases.
  • Rent: Monthly amount, payment method, and due date.
  • Deposit: Typically equivalent to one or two months’ rent, held as security.
  • Guarantees: Additional guarantees if applicable.
  • Expenses: Who is responsible for bills (electricity, water, IBI, etc.).
  • Maintenance: Responsibilities for property upkeep.
  • Transfer and Subletting: Allowed or not, as agreed.
  • Termination: Conditions under which the contract can be ended by either party.

Additional Clauses

  • Pet policies
  • Penalties for late payment
  • Procedures for renewing or renewing the lease
  • Conditions for eviction or recovery of the property
  • The contract must respect Spanish Law 29/1994 on Urban Leases (LAU). 2, 3

This overview captures the fundamental elements present in most Spanish rental agreements and their typical English translations. Would you like me to prepare a full translation of a specific Spanish contract document?

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