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LAWLER DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LLC

Fixed-Term Lease
(Each tenant must initial at the bottom of each page of this Lease and sign the last page) By signing this lease you certify that you are at least 18 years of age and that you have read the lease, had any questions you may have answered, and totally understand the terms of this lease.

Clause 1. Identification of Landlord and Tenant


THIS LEASE AGREEMENT is entered into this _____day of____________,20_____between ________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________[hereinafter referred to as "Tenant"] and Lawler Development Group, LLC [hereinafter referred to as "Landlord"]. Each Tenant is jointly and severally liable for the payment of rent and performance of all other terms of this Agreement.

Clause 2. Identification of Premises


Subject to the terms and conditions in this Agreement, Landlord rents to Tenant, and Tenant rents from Landlord, for residential purposes only,__________________________________________ ("the premises"), together with the following furnishings and appliances: ________________________________________________________________. Rental of the premises also includes: (example-number of allowable cars per Premises) ________________________________________________________________. Rental of the premises does not include: ________________________________________________________________.

Clause 3. Limits on Use and Occupancy


The premises are to be used only as a private residence for Tenant(s) listed in Clause 1 of this Agreement, and the following minor children:________________________.

Clause 4. Term of the Tenancy


The term of the rental will begin on _______________________, _________ (at 12:00 p.m.), and end on ________________________, _________ (at 11:59 a.m.). If Tenant vacates before the term ends, Tenant will be liable for the balance of the rent for the remainder of the term.

Clause 5. Payment of Rent


Regular monthly rent Tenant will pay to Landlord a monthly rent of $_____________, which is due in advance on the first day of each month. Only one check per month per property. Rent will be made payable to Lawler Development Group, LLC and mailed to 420 Westwood Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, or at such other place as Landlord designates. Rent may also be delivered to the Lawler Development Group, LLC rental office.

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Prorated first month's rent For the period from Tenant's move-in date, ____________________, ______, through the end of the first month, Tenant will pay to Landlord the prorated monthly rent of $___________. This amount will be paid on or before the date the Tenant moves in.

Clause 6. Late Charges


If Tenant fails to pay the rent in full before the end of the 7th day after it's due, Tenant will pay Landlord a late charge of 5%. This late fee is to be included with the rent check. Landlord does not waive the right to insist on payment of the rent in full on the date it is due.

Clause 7. Returned Check and Other Bank Charges


If any check offered by Tenant to Landlord in payment of rent or any other amount due under this Agreement is returned for lack of sufficient funds, a "stop payment," or any other reason, Tenant will pay Landlord a returned check charge of $20.

Clause 8. Security Deposit


On signing this Agreement, Tenant will pay to Landlord the sum of $_____________ as a security deposit. Tenant may not, without Landlord's prior written consent, apply this security deposit to the last month's rent or to any other sum due under this Agreement. Within 30 days after Tenant has vacated the premises, returned keys, and provided Landlord with a forwarding address, Landlord will give Tenant an itemized written statement of the reasons for, and the dollar amount of, any of the security deposit retained by the Landlord, along with a check for any deposit balance. The security deposit of the Tenant in the amount listed above will be held by Lawler Development Group, LLC in a rental escrow account at BB&T at 100 N. Elliott Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514.

Clause 9. Utilities
Tenant will pay all utility charges, except for the following, which will be paid by Landlord: ______________________________________________________________________________.

Clause 10. Assignment and Subletting


Tenant will not sublet any part of the premises or assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of Landlord.

Clause 11. Tenant's Maintenance Responsibilities


Tenant will: (1) keep the inside, outside and the yard of premises clean, sanitary, and in good condition (with the exception of mowing the yard) and, upon termination of the tenancy, return all of the premises to Landlord in a condition identical to that which existed when Tenant took occupancy, except for ordinary wear and tear; (2) immediately notify Landlord of any defects or dangerous conditions inside, outside or in the yard of the premises of which Tenant becomes aware; and (3) reimburse Landlord, on demand by Landlord, for the cost of any repairs to any of the premises damaged by Tenant or Tenant's guests or business invitees through misuse or neglect. Tenant has examined the inside, outside and yard of premises, including appliances, fixtures, carpets, drapes, and paint, and has found them to be in good, safe, and clean condition and repair. [all tenants initial here:______________________________________________________________] 2

Clause 12. Repairs and Alterations by Tenant


a. Except as provided by law, or as authorized below, or by the prior written consent of Landlord, Tenant will not make any repairs or alterations to the premises, including nailing holes in the walls or painting the rental unit. Tenant may, with care, use very small nails for the purpose of hanging light weight pictures. b. Tenant will not, without Landlord's prior written consent, alter, rekey, or install any locks to the premises. Tenant will provide Landlord with keys capable of unlocking all rekeyed or new locks. c. If there is a security system available on premises, the Tenant is responsible for activating and maintaining security account with security company (if Tenant chooses to have this service).

Clause 13. Violating Laws and Causing Disturbances


Tenant is entitled to quiet enjoyment of the premises. Tenant and guests or invitees will not use the premises or adjacent areas in such a way as to: (1) violate any law or ordinance, including laws prohibiting the use, possession, or sale of illegal drugs; (2) commit waste (severe property damage); or (3) create a nuisance by annoying, disturbing, inconveniencing, or interfering with the quiet enjoyment and peace and quiet of any other tenant or nearby resident.

Clause 14. Pets


No animal, bird, or other pet will be kept on the premises, except properly trained service animals needed by blind, deaf, or disabled persons. No exceptions.

Clause 15. Landlord's Right to Access


Landlord or Landlord's agents may enter the premises, with or without notice, during reasonable hours, to make any repairs or improvements, to conduct inspections in order to check for safety or maintenance problems or to show the premises to prospective buyers or tenants. Lawler Development Group, LLC. may enter the premises at any time, with or without notice, if they have reason to believe that there is an emergency of any kind in or on the premises. Landlord shall have the right to display a "for rent" or "for sale" sign at the premises if the Landlord so chooses. Landlord shall have the right to show the property to prospective tenants or buyers and Landlord shall have the right to re-rent it or sell it. Landlord shall have the right to begin showings to re-rent property at any time during tenant's lease. Tenant must cooperate with showings, including weekends.

Clause 16. Extended Absences by Tenant


Tenant will notify Landlord in advance if Tenant will be away from the premises for 14 or more consecutive days. During such absence, Landlord may enter the premises at times reasonably necessary to maintain the property and inspect for needed repairs.

Clause 17. Possession of the Premises


a. Tenant's failure to take possession. If, after signing this Agreement, Tenant fails to take possession of the premises, Tenant will still be responsible for paying rent and complying with all other terms of this Agreement. [all tenants initial here:______________________________________________________________] 3

b. Landlord's failure to deliver possession. Possession is not guaranteed until Lawler Development Group, LLC determines that the house or apartment is ready for occupancy. Lawler Development Group, LLC shall not be liable for any delay in possession of the premises due to causes beyond their direct control.

Clause 18. Tenant Rules and Regulations


All tenants acknowledge receipt of, and have read a copy of Tenant rules and regulations, which are labeled Attachment A and attached to and incorporated into this Agreement by this reference. All tenants acknowledge receipt of, and have read a copy of Tenant Lease Addendum, which is labeled Attachment B and attached to and incorporated into this Agreement by this reference.

Clause 19. Disclosure of the Premises


All Tenants acknowledge that Landlord has made the following disclosure regarding the premises: The premises was built before 1978 and, therefore, may contain lead-based paint. Tenant acknowledges that Tenant has received, reviewed and understands the Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form and this this form was completely executed by Lawler Development Group, LLC and Tenant before the signing of the lease. Tenant also acknowledges that Tenant has received the pamphlet Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home before the signing of the lease.

Clause 20. Additional Provisions


Additional provisions are as follows: *No smoking is allowed. No exceptions. *No tenants or their guests may go onto the roof. No exceptions. *Tenant agrees not to sublet basement, no exceptions. *Tenant agrees that the basement will not be used for any sleeping purposes, no exceptions. *All fireplaces will be closed off and inoperable and will remain closed off and inoperable. *No swimming pools or hot tubs of any kind are allowed on the property. No satellite dishes. *If the lease consists of more more than one person, all tenants are jointly responsible for the rent and terms of the lease. *If one roommate moves or defaults, the others become totally responsible for the rent and terms of the lease. *The security deposit is not to be used as first or last month's rent. * Lawler Development Group, LLC, it's agent or manager are not responsible for insuring Tenant's or Tenant's permitted visitors' personal property and vehicles against loss or damage due to theft, vandalism, fire, water, rain, criminal or negligent acts of others, or any other cause. Landlord has advised Tenant to carry Tenant's own insurance (renter's insurance) to protect Tenant from any such loss or damage. *The smoke detectors (and carbon monoxide detectors installed only if there is gas utility) located [all tenants initial here:______________________________________________________________] 4

on your premises were inspected and the batteries were replaced before your arrival. Tenant agrees that he or she MUST check the smoke detectors (and carbon monoxide detectors) periodically and replace with fresh batteries as needed. Tenant agrees to NEVER move, tamper with, remove batteries or disconnect the smoke detector (and carbon monoxide detector) in any way.

Clause 21. Indemnification


Tenant will be solely responsible for the insuring his or her personal property against any risk of damage, destruction, or loss from theft, fire, storm, or any other hazard. Regardless of whether the Tenant secures such insurance and regardless of the cause, Lawler Development Group, LLC or its agents shall not be liable for any damage to, or destruction or loss of, any of the Tenant's personal property. Whatever the cause, the Tenant(s), Tenant's family, guests, invitees (whether expressed or implied) agents or employees, or any person entering the Premises, agree to release, indemnify, defend and hold Lawler Development Group, LLC. and its agents harmless from any and all claims or assertions of every kind and nature, including, but not limited to, liability for injury resulting from any cause.

Clause 22. Eminent Domain and Mishaps


Lawler Development Group, LLC shall have the opportunity to terminate this Lease if the Premises, or any part thereof, is seized under eminent domain or damaged by fire or other casualty.

Clause 23. Validity of Each Part


If any portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid, its invalidity will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this Agreement.

Clause 24. Grounds for Termination of Tenancy


The failure of Tenant or Tenant's guests or invitees to comply with any term of this Agreement, or the misrepresentation of any material fact on Tenant's rental application, is grounds for termination of the tenancy, with appropriate notice to tenants and procedures as required by law.

Clause 25. Entire Agreement


This document constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties, and no promises or representations, other than those contained here and those implied by law, have been made by Landlord or Tenant. Any modifications to this Agreement must be in writing signed by Landlord and Tenant. ____________ Date ___________________________________ Agent for Lawler Development Group, LLC ____________________ Title

________________________________________________________________________ Address City, State, Zip Code Phone _______________________ Phone

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_______________________ Phone ________________________ Phone _________________________ Phone _________________________ Phone _________________________ Phone _________________________ Phone

______________ _____________________________ Date _____________ Date _____________ Date _____________ Date _____________ Date Tenant _____________________________ Tenant _____________________________ Tenant _____________________________ Tenant _____________________________ Tenant

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Lawler Development Group, LLC

Attachment A Tenant Rules and Regulations


Your initials below confirm that you have read, understand, and will abide by these rules. *Lawler Development Group, LLC (LDG) does NOT exterminate for any pests including roaches, ants, centipedes, bed bugs, mice, rats, snakes and squirrels. *All keys must be returned to LDG upon move out. Failure to return ALL keys will result in the locks being changed and the cost deducted from your security deposit. *LDG must have your forwarding address and telephone number to refund your security deposit. *The premises must be left clean, with no damage, for a full refund of your security deposit. *Windows and doors must not be obstructed or covered. *All air conditioning filters must be kept clean and free from dirt (change filters often, preferably once every 30 days). Tenant is responsible for changing the filters. *LDG does not provide light bulbs to replace light bulbs which burn out during lease period. *Dispose of all garbage and waste in a clean and safe manner and comply with all applicable ordinances concerning disposal of garbage and other refuse. *Use any and all electrical, plumbing, sanitary, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, fixtures, facilities, and appliances which may (and may not) be furnished as part of the premises in a proper, safe and reasonable manner. *Allow LDG to deliver notices addressed to the Tenant either by mail or by posting the notices at the Premises. *Grill at least 15 feet away from the building. *Not store any type of fuel in or about the premises. *Freestanding space heaters of any kind are not allowed. *Clean out dryer lent traps after each use. *Dont overload electrical sockets. *Be attentive and make sure nothing flammable is close to stove, candles, heater, etc. *If more than the permitted number of vehicles are parked at the premises, the additional vehicles may be subject to towing at the expense of the vehicles owner. *Keep drains unclogged. *Tenants agree to keep all parties and gatherings under control (as determined by the landlord) so as not to disturb neighbors, property and the peace. *Lawler Development Group, LLC will disconnect all utilities from their name on the day you move in. Plan ahead to make sure you have utilities on the day you move in (utility companies will require advance notice to switch service to your name so be sure to contact them several days before you move in). Important Numbers: Duke Energy 800-777-9898 Public Service Gas Company 877-776-2427 Orange Water & Sewer Authority 919-968-4421 Time Warner Cable 919-595-4892

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Lawler Development Group, LLC ATTACHMENT B TENANT LEASE ADDENDUM


Your initials below confirm that you have read, understand and also agree to abide by this Tenant Lease Addendum. 1. LEASE AGREEMENT: The lease agreement for this property is joint and several which means that each person signing the lease will be responsible for the total rent due. 2. RENT DUE: Rent is due on the 1st day of each month (to be clear, this means that any payment received after the 1st day of the month is late). We do not accept cash payments. Only one check per month per property. After midnight on the 7th day of the month a 5% late fee will be charged and tenant agrees to pay this late fee and to include this payment with the late rent check. All rent checks are to be made payable to Lawler Development Group, LLC and mailed to 420 Westwood Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27516 or delivered to the LDG rental office. 3. MAINTENANCE REQUESTS: All maintenance requests (except for emergency requests) must be submitted by email to lawlerdevelopmentgroup@gmail.com. Emergency requests should be reported at any time to 919 656 6495 (Daniel) or 919 434 8498 (Leslie). 4. SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS: LDG will inspect all smoke and carbon detectors prior to your occupancy and fresh batteries will be installed. After you move in, you must check all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors periodically to make sure they are working properly and you must install fresh batteries as needed. You must never move, tamper with, or disconnect detectors, no exceptions. The tenant must notify the Landlord, in writing, of any need to replace or repair any smoke or carbon monoxide detector. 5. PARKING: Each property has designated parking conditions including the number of cars allowed on premises, specific parking areas, etc. All tenants must abide by these conditions, no exceptions. 6. PETS: No pets are allowed. No exceptions. 7. SMOKING: No smoking is allowed. No exceptions. 8. NO ACCESS: No tenants or their guests will be allowed access to the roof. No exceptions. 9. LOCKS: It is prohibited to install keyed locks on any interior doors. If your home is equipped with a keyless entrance pad (on an exterior door) it will be personally coded for you at the start of your lease. There will be a charge of $50.00 for every additional code change. 10. INSURANCE: The tenant shall be solely responsible for insuring any of his personal property located or stored upon the Premises. Therefore, we highly recommend that you obtain renters insurance which can be purchased at a nominal cost through most insurance agents. 11. POSSESSION INFORMATION: Lawler Development Group, LLC shall not be liable for any delay in possession of the premises due to causes beyond their direct control. 12. LEAD BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE: A completely executed disclosure form (signed by all applicants) will be required with your rental application and is attached. 13. UTILITIES: All utilities connected under Lawler Development Group, LLC will be disconnected on the day your lease starts. Tenant agrees to transfer utilities into his/her name within 3 days of the beginning of lease.

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14. PESTS: Lawler Development Group, LLC does not exterminate for any pests including roaches, ants, centipedes, bed bugs, mice, rats, snakes and squirrels. 15. TRANSFER OF PERSONAL PROPERTY FROM ONE TENANT TO THE NEXT: Any personal property (i.e. furniture, etc.), which does not belong to Lawler Development Group, LLC, that Tenants wish to transfer from one Tenant to the next during a change-over must be agreed upon by both parties in writing before the expiration of the Lease of the group which will be leaving the items in the house. Lawler Development Group, LLC must be provided, in writing, with a list of all items which will be transferring over. Tenants agree that any items which are not included on the list may be removed from the house and disposed of by Lawler Development Group, LLC and Tenants agree that there will be a charge to remove them, which will be taken out of the security deposit of the Tenants who have left the items. Additionally, to avoid liability for damage to any items, any and all rooms which contain items in them that the Tenants have agreed to transfer during a change over will not receive any additional cleaning or touch up painting by Lawler Development Group, LLC. After the items are transferred they become the property of the Tenants whom they are transferred to, and upon expiration of their Lease, those Tenants must make arrangements to either remove the items from the house or transfer them to the next Tenants, or there will be a charge to remove and dispose of the items from Lawler Development Group, LLC which will be taken from their security deposit.

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