Tenant Estoppel Certificate

Real Estate

Real estate document where tenants confirm lease terms, rental amounts, and occupancy status. Essential for property sales, financing, and due diligence, certifying current lease conditions and tenant obligations to third parties.

Tenant Estoppel Certificate

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Key Clauses

  • 1

    Lease Confirmation

    Confirms the current lease terms, dates, and any amendments or modifications.

  • 2

    Rent and Charges

    Verifies current rent amount, prepaid rent, and any additional charges.

  • 3

    Security Deposit

    Confirms the security deposit amount held by the landlord.

  • 4

    Claims and Defaults

    States whether any defaults or disputes exist between landlord and tenant.

  • 5

    Tenant Certifications

    Provides tenant confirmations relied upon by purchasers or lenders.

When You Need This

  • A property buyer or lender requesting lease verification from existing tenants
  • Selling a commercial property and providing due diligence to the buyer
  • Refinancing a rental property and the lender needs tenant lease confirmation
  • Documenting current lease status during property ownership transitions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Tenant Estoppel Certificate?

Real estate document where tenants confirm lease terms, rental amounts, and occupancy status. Essential for property sales, financing, and due diligence, certifying current lease conditions and tenant obligations to third parties.

What should a Tenant Estoppel Certificate include?

A comprehensive tenant estoppel certificate should include: lease confirmation, rent and charges, security deposit, claims and defaults, tenant certifications.

When do I need a Tenant Estoppel Certificate?

A property buyer or lender requesting lease verification from existing tenants. Selling a commercial property and providing due diligence to the buyer. Refinancing a rental property and the lender needs tenant lease confirmation. Documenting current lease status during property ownership transitions.

Is this template legally binding?

Templates provide a strong starting point, but we recommend having important agreements reviewed by a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction to ensure they meet local legal requirements.

Can I customize this template?

Yes — all bracketed [placeholder] fields can be replaced with your specific information. You can also add, remove, or modify clauses to fit your particular situation.

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