An Arkansas month-to-month rental agreement is a legally binding contract between a landlord and a tenant for a short-term tenancy. Unlike a traditional fixed-term lease, which typically lasts for a set period (e.g., one year), this contract automatically renews until either party provides proper termination notice.
The document includes essential terms such as the rent amount, due date, security deposit details, responsibilities, and rules governing the use of the rental property. Both parties must clearly understand the terms and conditions and abide by state rental laws and regulations.
Legal Requirements for Month-to-Month Leases
- Minimum Termination Period: The required notice period for terminating the lease in Arkansas is 30 days. [1]
- Rent Increase: Landlords are legally permitted to increase rent as long as they provide notice in line with the required termination period.
Required Disclosures
- Disclosure of information on lead-based paint
Our Arkansas lease agreement page provides more information on related laws and required disclosures.
Arkansas Month-to-Month Eviction
To end a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord must issue a 30-day notice to quit, given before the next rent payment is due. If the tenant does not vacate by the end of the notice period, the landlord may then proceed with an eviction action.
The Arkansas Eviction Process details the steps for evicting a tenant.
