| Youcan Store It 121 Cherry Street Rockmart, GA 30153 770-684-7770 Unit # _____ Gate Access # _________ Welcome! The following information is for your reference. It contains some important suggestions and pertinent information about the policies of this self storage facility. 1. Your fee is _________ and is due on the first (1st) of each month. 2. We will not send you a bill. Please mail your payment or bring it into the office. A payment slot has been provided for your convenience. 3. We accept cash, check credit card, or money order for payment. 4. If we have not received your payment by day 20 of the month, your gate access will be denied. However, we will not charge a late fee and over lock your unit until day 30 of the month. 5. If your payment is not received by the 15th of the month, we will begin collections procedures, 6. A partial payment will not stop fees or official procedures. Any agreement between tenant and management to extend payment dates or defer sale of goods must be in writing and signed by both management and tenant to be binding. 7. A $30 fee is automatically charged for all returned checks as well as a $10 late fee. All future payments must be made by money order. 8. We do not assume liability for the goods you store. Adding stored goods to an existing policy is generally quite inexpensive: we recommend contacting your insurance agency. 9. Do not use the rental unit for anything but DEAD STORAGE. Do not store any flammable, explosive or illicit materials. The unit is to be used for storage only. 10. The storage unit must be vacated on or before the last day of the month for which rent has been paid and all terms and conditions of this agreement are met by the tenant. 11. The storage unit must broom clean, emptied, in good condition - subject only to wear and tear - and ready to re-rent. 12. Tenant's lock must be removed upon termination of occupancy. Failure to remove lock will result in your being charged the next month's rental and late fees. 13. Gate hours are 24 hours per day with Gate Access Code. 14. Office hours are from 8 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday and 8 am to 12 pm Saturday. Management is available by phone after hours for security reasons only. 15. We do not prorate when you vacate a unit. If your unit is not vacant on the first (1st) day of the month, a full month's rent is due. There are no exceptions! 16. Only one lock is allowed per door latch. If more than one lock is found, you may be subject to an administration fee for the removal of that lock. 17. Do not follow someone through the gate without first putting in your access code. The gate may close on you or you may not be able to exit. 18. Please keep us updated of any address changes and/or phone number changes. Until we are notified in writing with your signature, the only valid address and telephone number present is on the lease. 19. Please leave aisles clear and do not block another tenant's door. 20. Delivery drivers are to be met promptly and are not to block the front driveway or gate under any circumstances. 21. We will strictly enforce all policies and conditions in our contract. We do not make exceptions! 22. Thank you! We appreciate your business and look forward to you' having a peasant stay with us. If we can be of further help, please let us know. ____________________________________________ Tenant Signature _______________ Date RENTAL AGREEMENT This agreement dated ________________ between _____________________________ (hereinafter referred to as "TENANT") and Youcan Store It (hereinafter referred to as "MANAGEMENT"). MANAGEMENT does hereby rent to TENANT storage unit number ______ ( _____ x _____ ) in a building located at 121 Cherry Street, Rockmart, GA 30153 to be used as storage for personal or business property for the monthly rate of __________ payable on the first (1st) day of each month hereinafter. Rental payment is payable in advance. MANAGEMENT acknowledges receipt of ________ as per your receipt, including the first (1st) month's rent (which has been prorated to the first (1st) day of next month where applicable). All payments made to MANAGEMENT pursuant to the agreement shall be applied first to administrative and late charges, then the balance to accrued and unpaid rent, this agreement shall expire on the last day of each month and automatically renew for one (1) additional month, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS ON THE NEXT PAGE. Rental payments made after day 10 of the month are subject to a $10 Late Charge. Mailed payments must be postmarked by day 1 of the month to avoid Late Charge. Rental payments made after day 20 of the month are subject to an additional $10 Late Charge. A returned Check is subject to a charge of $30. There is a no administrative fee charged when Tenant signs this lease. TENANT shall give MANAGEMENT ten (10) days written notice to vacate in order to avoid responsibility for the payment of the next month's rent. TENANT acknowledges that MANAGEMENT does not carry any insurance which in any way covers any loss whatsoever that TENANT may have or claim by renting the Storage Unit. All property stored in the Storage Unit shall be at TENANT'S sole risk. TENANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE HAS READ THE CONDITIONS ON THE NEXT PAGE AND AGREES TO BE BOUND BY THEM. Executed On _____________ _________________________________ By (Management Agent) __________________________________ __________________________________ TENANT NAME Management Signature __________________________________ TENANT SIGNATURE LEASE NO. __________ __________________________________ TENANT COMPANY NAME Remit Payment to: __________________________________ Youcan Store-It TENANT STREET ADDRESS 121 Cherry Street Rockmart, GA 30153 __________________________________ TENANT CITY, STATE, ZIP _____________________________ _____________________________ TENANT HOME PHONE SECONDARY PHONE ______________________________ __________ TENANT DRIVERS LICENSE NO. STATE Conditions 1. Tenant further covenants with Management that at the expiration of terms of this Lease. peaceable possession of the premises shall he given to the Management, in as good condition as they are now. Normal wear, inevitable accidents and loss by fire excepted; and the Tenant agrees not to let sublet or assign the whole or any part of the premises without written consent of the Management. Tenant agrees not to affix shelving or other articles to the walls. ceiling or doors. Tenant must provide his own lock and keep unit locked at all times, using only one lock per unit door hasp. 2. Tenant shall not place or keep in the premises explosives, flammable liquids, contraband or other goods prohibited by the law and agrees to abide by any rules promulgated by Management governing the use of these premises. Tenant shall not permit damage to the premises and shall indemnify and hold Management harmless from any claim or cause of action arising out of Tenant's use of the premises. Tenant assumes responsibility for any loss or damage to property stored by Tenant in the premises and may or may not elect to provide insurance coverage for the same. MANAGEMENT DOES NOT MAINTAIN INSURANCE FOR THE BENEFIT OF TENANT WHICH IN ANY WAY COVERS ANY LOSS WHATSOEVER THAT TENANT MAY HAVE OR CLAIM BY RENTING THE STORAGE SPACE OR PREMISES AND EXPRESSLY RELEASES MANAGEMENT FROM ANY LOSSES AND/OR DAMAGES TO SAID PROPERTY CAUSED BY FIRE. THEFT. WATER. MOLD. RAINSTORMS. TORNADO. EXPLOSION. RIOT. RODENTS. CIVIL DISTURBANCES. INSECTS. SONIC BOOM. LAND VEHICLES. UNLAWFUL ENTRY. OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER. NOR SHALL MANAGEMENT BE LIABLE TO TENANT AND/OR TENANT’S GUEST OR INVITES OR AGENTS WHILE ON OR ABOUT MANAGEMENTS PREMISES. 3. All leases expire on the last day of each month. The management may terminate said Lease at his option if Tenant is not in full compliance with the terms of this Lease. Subject to Management's approval. TENANT'S FAILURE TO VACATE THE PREMISES OR REMOVE THEIR LOCK ON THE LAST DAY OF THE MONTH AUTOMATICALLY RENEWS THE LEASE FOR ONE (1) MONTH. 4. Tenant agrees to give Management ten (10) days written notice of his intention to vacate his storage unit. THERE ARE NO PRORATED RENT REFUNDS IN THE EVENT THE UNIT IS VACATED BEFORE THE LAST DAY OF THE MONTH. If the unit is vacated on or after the first of the month, a full month's rent is due. 5. Rental payments are due on the first (1st) of each month without demand. Payments made after day 10 of the month are subject to a $10 Late Charge. Mailed payments must be postmarked by day 1 of the month to avoid the Late Charge. If rental payments are not paid in full within five (5) days of the due date, including Late Charge, and/or Returned Charge, or Miscellaneous Charges, the Management may, at his option, declare the Tenant in default. No notice need be given of default. MANAGEMENT DOES NOT SEND OUT BILLINGS FOR MONTHLY RENTAL CHARGES. 6. The Management may. At his option, take possession of the goods in the Storage Unit on or after day 20 of the month if full payment is not received by the date. Taking possession of the goods shall consist of over-locking the Storage Unit door to prevent Tenant's access to the Storage Unit until all rental, late fees and miscellaneous charges are paid in full. 7. The personal property in Storage Unit may be sold to satisfy the lien if Tenant is in default. Management shall have a lien on all personal property stored within each Storage Unit (or rent, labor, or expenses reasonably included in the sale, pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 10-4-213. All moving. Storage and/or sales costs associated with sale of goods shall be borne by Tenant. After a lien against the personal property in the unit arises, ONLY A PAYMENT IN THE FULL AMOUNT OF THE LIEN SHALL BE ACCEPTED TO SATISFY LIEN. PARTIAL PAYMENTS WILL NOT STOP ANY AUCTION PROCEDURES OR LEGAL ACTIONS. 8. The Management may at his option. REMOVE THE TENANT'S LOCK AT TENANT'S EXPENSE TO APPRAISE STORED GOODS FOR SALE. The administrative charge for lock cutting is $10. Management may at this time move property to another location to be stored and Tenant agrees to be solely liable tor any damage, loss or expenses incurred by his action. And the parties agree that Management shall have a lien upon all personal property stored in the unit to secure payment of this charge, as well as all other charges owed to Management. If the rental account is brought current, the Management shall remove its lock. IT IS THE TENANT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO REPLACE HIS LOCK AT THE TIME OF PAYMENT TO INSURE THE SECURITY OF HIS STORAGE UNIT AND TO SECURE HIS STORAGE UNIT BY A LOCK (only one lock per unit door hasp) AT ALL TIMES. MANAGEMENT WILL NOT SUPERVISE USE OF UNIT IN ANYWAY. THE SAFETY OF ITEMS STORED BY THE TENANT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TENANT. 9. In the event Management is required to obtain the services of an attorney to enforce any of the provisions of this Lease. Tenant agrees to pay in addition to the sums due hereunder, an additional amount as and for attorney's fees and cost incurred. 10. Management will have the right in the event of an emergency to enter the storage unit with whatever reasonable force is necessary. They may at their discretion deny access to premises in case of inclement weather or emergencies. 11. A returned check is subject to a charge of $30 which shall be considered part of the rental. Unit shall be in default and overlocked by Management until amount of the returned check. Returned check charge, and any additional charges due are paid in full. Payment must be made by money order or certified check. 12. The Monthly Rental rate, deposit amount, late charge, cut-lock, and returned check charge are each subject to increase on day ______ of each month. Tenant shall be given thirty (30) days written notice of such increases and this Lease shall be deemed to be so altered if the Tenant continues his occupancy beyond the effective date of the increase. Notice shall be deemed given when Management deposits first-class mail, postage prepaid to Tenant at address given on this Lease or official change of address. Tenant shall apprise Management of any change in his/her mailing address in writing within twenty (20) days of such change. A new Lease does not have to be executed for any new rental rate increases. 13. All tenants in default or tenants having prior returned checks must pay by money order. All tenants must pay by check/money order. 14. Any right granted herein to Management may be exercised by Management's Rental Agent or other representative or agent. 15. The covenants herein contained shall extend to and be binding upon the parties hereto, their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns. 16. Tenant agrees not to store property with a total value in excess of $1,000.00 without the prior written permission of Management. If such written permission is not obtained, the value of the property shall be deemed not to exceed $1,000. The Premises is not appropriate for the storage of irreplaceable property such as books, writings, objects which have an unknown immediate resale market value, or objects which have a special or emotional value to Tenant. 17. “Climate Control" shall be defined as air conditioning and heating and does not include humidity or other moisture control. 18. Agreement to Mediate. Realizing that in self-storage relationships there is always a possibility of differences of opinion or other disagreements and that what is most important is to resolve any disputes amicably, quickly, inexpensively, and professionally. It is with this spirit of cooperation that Management and Tenant pledge to resolve differences and to use the following mediation procedures specified in this agreement. Therefore, Management and Tenant agree as follows: With the exception of non-payment of Tenant's rent and Managements right to conduct a lien sale or eviction arising from non-payment of rent, any litigation, claim, dispute, suit, action, controversy, proceeding or otherwise Claim between or involving Management and Tenant, whether arising out of or relating in any way to this agreement and/or any other document. Any alleged breach of any duty or otherwise will be submitted to non-binding mediation tor a minimum of eight hours before a Mediation Service or any other mediation organization approved by Management and Tenant. In the mediation, Management and Tenant shall each be represented by an individual authorized to make binding commitments on their respective behalves and may be represented by counsel In addition. Management and Tenant may, with permission of the mediator, bring such additional persons as are needed to respond to questions, contribute information and participate in the negotiations. The fees and expenses of the mediator and/or mediation organization shall be shared equally. The mediator shall be disqualified as a witness, consultant, expert, or counsel for any party with respect to the dispute and any related matters. 19. Any disputes or claims arising under this Lease Agreement shall be settled in accordance with the commercial arbitration rules then in effect for the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration shall be held in the city of Cartersville, Georgia or any other place as mutually agreed to by the parties. Any decision or judgment by the Arbitration shall be final and binding on the parties and may be enforced as a judgment in any court having jurisdiction over a party whom such Judgment or decision is to be enforced. The parties shall share equally any expenses relating to such Arbitration proceedings. SUMMARY OF COLLECTIONS PROCEDURES Rent payment is due on the 1st of every month. Following is a summary of the collections procedures for Youcan Store- It, LLC: If rent is not paid in full by the 10th of the month: a $10 late fee will be added to the rent total. If rent and late fees are not paid in full by the 15th of the month: an overlock will be place on the unit. Unauthorized removal of the lock constitutes breaking and entering and criminal charges will be filed. If rent and late fees are not paid by the 20th of the month: We will automatically charge the following credit card for the total rent and late fees due. Credit Card Number _______________________________________ Name on the Card _________________________________________ Expiration Date ____________________________ I, do hereby authorize Youcan Store-It, LLC to automatically charge the credit card listed above for the total rent and late fees which arc past due as of the 20th of each month that I maintain a leased storage unit. _______________________________ Signature ___________ Date If the credit card is declined, an additional $10 late fee will be assessed. If rent and late fees are not paid in full by the 30th of the month: We will send a reminder notice to the address on file and attempt to reach tenant by the phone number on file. If rent and late fees are 60 days past due we will send an invoice detailing the total rent and late fees due to the address on file. IF RENT AND LATE FEES ARE NOT PAID IN FULL WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THE ORIGINAL DUE DATE: WE WILL BEGIN PROCEDURES TO AUCTION THE CONTENTS OF THE STORAGE SPACE. IF PROCEEDS FROM THE AUCTION DO NOT COVER THE TOTAL RENTS AND LATE FEES DUE, YOUCAN STORE-IT, LLC RETAINS THE RIGHT TO PURSUE ADDITIONAL COLLECTION EFFORTS FOR THE REMAINING BALANCE THROUGH COLLECTION AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MEANS DEEMED APPROPRIATE AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF YOUCAN STORE-IT, LLC. |