RENTAL AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Agreement between:

In Properties LLC (IP), Managing Agent

And

Tenant or Guest: Individual making the reservation on this website using the Reservation Request Form and accepting all terms and conditions by "checking" the last box on the Reservation Request Form.

Payments: 50% deposit when the reservation is made and the balance to be paid 30 days before check-in.

Method of payment:

Approved method of payments are personal check, cashier's check, money order, or Zelle using InProperties11@gmail.com. Payments can be mailed to In Properties LLC, P.O. Box 11, Hazlet, NJ 07730.

TENANT AGREES AS FOLLOWS: To pay the rent as specified. In the event of a default, the Tenant will forfeit all payments made to IP. The Tenant agrees not to assign this rental agreement or sublet the premises and not to use or occupy the premises for any purpose other than a dwelling for NOT MORE THAN FIVE (5) INDIVIDUALS INCLUDING CHILDREN AND ADULTS, AND A MAXIMUM OF TWO (2) PETS. EXCEEDING THIS LIMIT OR ALLOWING UNDUE NOISE OR DISTURBANCE SHALL BE CAUSE FOR IMMEDIATE EVICTION. NO OVERNIGHT GUESTS OR VISITING ANIMALS ARE PERMITTED OTHER THAN THE INDIVIDUALS AND PETS THAT WERE IDENTIFIED BY TENANT IN THE INITIAL RESERVATION REQUEST FORM. The Tenant agrees to be responsible for ensuring that all occupants and visitors in the rental party understand that this is a non-smoking of any kind, a non-vaping, and a drug free rental property. No Cannabis products are permitted in or around the property. All occupants must adhere to the terms and conditions of this rental agreement and any rules/regulations of the rental property. Tenants also agree to keep and maintain in good repair the furniture and fixtures, to leave the property in a clean and orderly condition, not move any furniture around, to abide by all local ordinances, including recycling. Tenant is to permit IP request at any time to inspect the unit. All damages noted by the Tenant must be identified on the first day of occupancy. FAILURE TO ABIDE BY ANY OF THE ABOVE WILL RESULT IN EVICTION AND LOSS OF ALL PAYMENTS MADE INCLUDING THE SECURITY DEPOSIT.

Security Deposit:

Security Deposit amount is shown on the Rental Fees page. The Security Deposit will be returned within thirty (30) days from departure date provided:

(1) no excessive cleaning required, (2) no damages to the unit including indoor and outdoor furniture, window shades, mattresses, mattress covers, TVs, appliances, windows, walls, ceilings, floors, fans, exterior, etc., (3) no missing kitchen items including silverware, dishes, cups, pots, towels, etc., (4) no missing pictures, vacuum cleaner, iron, or accessories such as bed covers that belong to the owner, (5) no missing beach tags and shed key, (6) the yard, sidewalk, driveway and house are not dirty and kept clean from all dog/animal waste before departure, a minimum of $100.00 will be deducted from the security deposit for any required yard cleaning; (7) no excessive animal shedding on beds or furniture that will required extra cleaning, (8) no dishwashing liquid soap, or any incorrect soap product was used in the dishwasher which damages the dishwasher (only dishwashing pods to be used), (9) no clogged toilets or sinks due to inappropriate products were flushed that will require a plumber, (10) no smoking or storing of any kind of drugs, or drug use including, but not limited to, cannabis took place inside or outside the unit which caused extra cleaning and ventilation, (11) all recycling separation was adhered to, (12) Refrigerator left empty from any food or drinks, and (13) no excessive barbeque grill cleaning is required. The Tenant will also be responsible any damages not specifically mentioned above that exceed the security deposit amount.

Defects:

In the event of failure of any appliance, cable TV, Wi-Fi, refrigerator, air conditioning, heat, dishwasher, washer & dryer, electricity, plumbing, furniture, etc. the Tenant is to notify IP in a timely manner and IP will make every effort to have the issues repaired within a reasonable time. Tenants will be required to provide access to IP and vendors to inspect and perform all necessary repairs. The Tenant agrees that rent shall not be refunded in whole or part under any circumstances in the event the repair was not completed during their stay.

Exclusions:

All exclusions are listed on the website www.BrigB.com. Since this is a pet friendly unit, all tenants are to bring their own Bed Linen, towels including beach towels, bed sheets, blankets, pillows, and pillowcases. Each unit has one queen bed, two full beds, and one queen sofa. Beach accessories such as beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels, and beach wagons are available for rent. If needed please include in the Reservation Request Form.

Pets:

Visiting or transient pets are not permitted. IP shall has the right not to allow Tenant to take possession of the rental unit if pet(s) that are about to occupy the unit(s) do not match the reservation form. Also, IP shall have the right to evict Tenant at any time during occupancy of the unit if the type or number of pets were discovered in and around the property to be different from the initial reservation form. No refunds will be issued to Tenant if IP decides not to allow Tenant to take possession of the rental unit or in the event of an eviction during occupancy.

There is a maximum limit of two (2) pets per unit. The pet fee is defined in the Rental Policy and Fee page. All pets must be up to date with all shots and do not have any history of aggressive behavior or biting anyone. Dogs must always be on a leash when they are outside the unit or outside the fenced backyard. Tenant will be responsible for any bad or aggressive behavior by his/her pet(s) including disturbance to other tenants or neighbors due to excessive barking, howling, or for any other reason. This type of behavior will lead to immediate eviction without any refund.

Only the named Tenant is permitted to bring one or two. The pet(s) must remain under the care, control, and supervision of the Tenant while in the premises, in the backyard, and surrounding area. Backyard fences are not secure enough, especially for small or even large dogs from escaping. Tenants are to keep continuous monitoring of their dogs while in the backyard. Tenants agree to abide by all local and state regulations and laws concerning the care, control, ownership, and/or supervision of pets. Tenant confirms that the pet(s) listed are house broken; do not bite or scratch property, people, or other animals; have never bitten or scratched property, people, or other animals ever before; are not aggressive or violent in any fashion, and there is no pending or prior litigation due to animals’ previous behavior. No puppies, animals that are not house broken, or animals that tend to chew on furniture, walls, steps, appliances, doors, closets, etc are permitted. All animals and specially older animals are welcome unless they are unable to control themselves and are prone to having accidents including defecation inside the unit which will cause the loss of security deposit and additional monetary damages. No washing of animals inside the unit and specifically in the bathtub or sinks is permitted. Tenant agrees that the pet(s) are in good health, registered by their local town, up to date on all medical shots and free from fleas and ticks. Tenant agrees to be fully responsible for all damages, including but not limited to contractual, personal and/or property damages, caused in any fashion by Tenant’s pet(s) under the terms of this Rental Agreement. Tenant further agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless IP, Owner, and its Officers from and against all costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, and or liabilities or claims arising whether directly or indirectly from or related to all claims made by or against any of the released party due to injury, loss, or death from Tenant’s possession, supervision, ownership, and control of said pet(s) while a Tenant in and around the leased premises. Indemnification of the Owner, IP, and it Officers by the Tenant includes the payment of all costs incurred by the Owner, IP, and its Officers including but not limited to attorney’s fees, general costs, judgments, increased insurance premiums and settlements. Owner, IP, and its Officers shall have the option of hiring their own counsel to defend Owner, IP, and its Officers if named in any civil or criminal action or demand, with the Tenant responsible for the payment of all the Owner’s, IP's, and its Officer's legal fees and all associated costs.

Inspections:

If Tenant was unable to inspect the premises prior to taking occupancy, all terms and conditions of this rental agreement are adhered to as if the tenant made a prior inspection. No warranties have been made, expressed or implied, other than those which are contained in this rental agreement. Tenant is encouraged to provide a list of defects that they discovered on the day they check-in to IP.

Cancellation:

Full refund will be given if cancellation by Tenant is made in writing via email to BrigantineMel@gmail.com at more than sixty (60) days before the check-in date. However, in the event of cancellation by the Tenant at sixty (60) days or less before the check-in date, all rental deposits and final payments made for all cancelled reservations will be forfeited.

Catastrophe:

It is understood and agreed in the event of the property becomes inhabitable due to fire, hurricane, storms, earthquakes, flood, wind, smoke, or any other causes before the date of occupancy, all money paid will be refunded to Tenant and the Rental Agreement will be terminated by IP. IP is not responsible for any damage caused to tenant’s personal property because of these or any other events.

Sale or Unexpected Occupancy:

In the event the property is for sale, under contract, sold, or if any existing tenants do not vacate in time, IP will terminate the Rental Agreement and all money paid will be refunded to Tenant with no recourse by Tenant.

Termination: IP has the right to terminate this rental agreement for convenience, for any or no reason and without any penalties or recourse by Tenant, at any time prior to Tenant’s check-in date. All monies paid by the Tenant will be refunded within thirty (30) days of IP’s termination date.

Inclement Weather:

No refund will be given because of inclement weather before or during your stay

Personal Property:

IP is not responsible for any damaged, missing or stolen personal property that belong to Tenant or any other guests during occupancy of the unit or in the event they are left behind after departure. This includes any vehicle damage while on premises.

Right of Access:

IP will have the right to enter the premises at any time without permission or notification in the event of any emergencies including but not limited to fire, smoke, flood, etc.

Covid-19 & Variants:

Tenant represents that each member of their respective households, immediate family, visitors, and other occupants have not tested positive before check-in. The Tenant agrees to immediately notify IP in writing if there is a change to this representation. No refund will be issued for cancellation of the reservation because of Covid-19 related illness or concerns. Tenant will indemnify and defend Owner, IP, and its Officers for any related Covid-19 exposure during their stay.

Website:

Amenities and other property description and information on the website are deemed to be as accurate as possible but not guaranteed.

Unit Selection:

IP reserves the right to move tenants into a different unit for any or no reason and without recourse by Tenant at any time before check in.

Acceptance:

Both IP and Tenant have agreed to these terms and Tenant has checked the box on the Reservation Request Form indicating Tenant's agreement to these terms and conditions.

Legal/Court Costs:

Tenant shall be responsible for all legal and/or court costs incurred by Owner, IP, and its Officers to enforce the terms of this lease. These costs shall be considered “additional rent” and shall be paid by the Tenant to IP. Any legal or court action taken by Tenant, Tenant’s Guests, or IP must be filed in Atlantic County New Jersey.

Force Majeure:

Neither Party will be liable for any failure or delay in performing an obligation under this Agreement that is due to any of the following causes (which events and/or circumstances are hereinafter referred to as “Force Majeure”), to the extent beyond its reasonable control: natural disasters, fire, storm, floods, acts of God, accident, riots, war, terrorist act, epidemic, pandemic, quarantine, civil unrest, labor strikes, Infrastructure failures (such as gas, electric, internet, roads), Governmental actions, transportation, energy, etc. Force Majeure shall not include financial distress.

Reservation Request Form