For tenants & renters
Contract review for renters
A lease is one of the longest financial commitments most people sign, and it is usually skimmed on move-in day. The terms decide how your deposit comes back, who pays for repairs, and what happens if you need to leave early.
ClauseShift reads your lease and quotes the exact clause behind every risk, so you can push back before you sign instead of finding out later.
What to watch for
Automatic renewal traps
Many leases roll into a new term unless you cancel inside a narrow window that opens months early. Find the exact date and diarise it the day you sign.
Deposit deductions
Vague clauses allowing deductions for cleaning, repainting, or restoration let a landlord keep more than ordinary wear should cost. Ask for an itemised, receipted list.
Repairs shifted onto you
Watch for language making you responsible for all maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, or the roof. Limit it to damage you cause, with a cap on any single repair.
Early-exit penalties
Leaving early can cost two or three months' rent, or rent until a new tenant is found. Know the exact number before you sign.
Guides for you
A plain-English guide to the clauses that cost tenants money: auto-renewal traps, repair liability, deposit deductions, early-exit penalties, and hidden fees, with the change to ask for on each.
Before you buy: contingencies and deadlines, earnest money, what conveys, inspection and financing outs, title and disclosures, and closing costs, in plain English with what to check.
What a car lease really costs beyond the monthly payment: mileage caps, wear-and-tear charges, early-termination penalties, the residual buyout, and the fees hidden at signing, with the change to ask for on each.
Frequently asked questions
Can ClauseShift review a residential lease?
Yes, residential or commercial. You get a risk score and a plain-English breakdown of each clause that matters, with the change to ask for. Upload the PDF, paste the text, or email it in.
What is the most common lease red flag?
Automatic renewal with a long notice window. The cancellation window often closes months before the lease ends, so it is easy to get locked into another full term by accident.
Is a review the same as legal advice?
No. ClauseShift gives you an informational risk summary to help you understand the lease and know what to question. For a binding dispute, consult a qualified professional.
ClauseShift provides informational risk summaries and is not a substitute for legal advice. Review important agreements with a qualified professional before acting.