Enter your rent now and the rent you've been offered.
What each would cost you over the first year.
| Renew | Move | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly rent | ||
| 12 months of rent | ||
| Cost to move | None | |
| First year |
A short, polite note with the numbers behind it. Change anything you like, then copy it into an email or your renter portal.
What usually applies to a rent increase.
A lease for a fixed term usually keeps the rent the same until it ends, so a new rent starts with the renewal.
Most states require written notice of a rent increase, often 30 to 90 days ahead.
California, Oregon and Washington cap yearly increases for many homes at 10% or less, and some cities, such as New York City and Washington, D.C., have rent stabilization.
Finding a new renter costs a landlord an empty month or more, so many would rather meet you partway than lose you.
This is general information, not legal advice. Your state or city housing office can tell you what applies to your home.
Answers to help you weigh a renewal offer and decide whether to stay or move.
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