📄 Mississippi Lease Agreement
Free Configurable Residential Lease — Mississippi Compliant
Mississippi Rental Agreement: Mississippi’s Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (MCA § 89-8-1 et seq.) requires deposits returned within 45 days of move-out with itemized deductions. Mississippi has no statewide security deposit limit.
📅 Lease Term
🏠 Rental Property
👤 Parties
💰 Rent & Payments
Nonpayment Notice (Mississippi): 3 days written notice to pay or vacate for nonpayment.
🔒 Security Deposit
Deposit Limit (Mississippi): No statutory maximum on security deposits.
⚡ Utilities
🐾 Pets & Occupants
✨ Required Mississippi Disclosures
The following disclosures are required in Mississippi:
- Lead-based paint (pre-1978)
✏️ Signatures
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This configurable lease agreement is designed specifically for Mississippi landlords and incorporates the key requirements of Mississippi Code Title 89, Chapter 8 (Residential Landlord and Tenant Act).
Security Deposit Rules
No statutory maximum on security deposits. Mississippi’s Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (MCA § 89-8-1 et seq.) requires deposits returned within 45 days of move-out with itemized deductions. Mississippi has no statewide security deposit limit.
Nonpayment of Rent — Notice Requirements
3 days written notice to pay or vacate for nonpayment. Proper written notice is required before filing for eviction. See the Mississippi eviction notice laws guide for full procedural requirements.
Rent Control Status
No rent control statewide. See Mississippi rent increase laws for current limits and notice requirements.
Required Disclosures at Lease Signing
- Lead-based paint (pre-1978)
Key Mississippi Landlord Resources
For complete landlord-tenant law guidance, see our Mississippi security deposit laws, lease termination laws, landlord entry laws, and tenant screening laws. For professional tenant screening with same-day results, visit our screening services.
⚖ Legal Disclaimer
These forms are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. FCRA requirements are complex and strictly enforced — violations carry statutory damages of $100–$1,000 per violation plus actual damages and attorney fees. Fair Housing law prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Apply screening criteria consistently to all applicants. Consult a qualified attorney before making screening decisions. See our editorial standards for accuracy details.
