Stay Compliant with TurboTenant’s AI and State-Specific Leases

Why Lease Compliance Matters for Landlords

It goes without saying that a written lease agreement is an essential part of renting to a new tenant. However, you can’t use just any old rental contract that you find online. All lease agreements must comply with federal, state, and local landlord-tenant laws.

If not, the tenant may be able to terminate the lease early, and the landlord could face legal consequences such as fines and lawsuits.

Since laws vary widely by state and can change from year to year, researching and creating a fully legally compliant lease presents a daunting prospect for many landlords. But don’t worry—you don’t have to do it alone.

TurboTenant provides state-specific lease agreements that are lawyer-reviewed and powered by artificial intelligence, saving you valuable time while keeping you up to date with all relevant laws.

Ready to learn more? Let’s get started.

Do I need a state-specific lease?

No matter where in the U.S. you’re located, you’ll need to use a state-specific lease agreement. These agreements comply with local legal regulations, which may vary in terms of factors such as security deposits, notice requirements for terminating the rental contract, and mandatory landlord disclosures.

If you use a lease that does not comply with all relevant state laws, you may face legal conflicts with tenants and action from local housing boards. You may also be required to pay hefty fines or your tenants’ legal fees.

To prevent these outcomes, TurboTenant automatically includes state-specific clauses in every lease agreement, from Alaska to Arkansas. We do the research and keep track of changes to local housing laws, so you don’t have to.

Are TurboTenant leases legally compliant?

All of TurboTenant’s lease agreements are legally compliant with both federal and state regulations. Licensed attorneys create and review our templates so you can rest assured that you’re using a fully vetted contract.

TurboTenant provides lease agreements for all 50 states and updates them regularly to stay current with any changes to local laws. Leases include all mandatory disclosures, as well as any other clauses required by your state.

Don’t just take our word for it, either—the success of TurboTenant’s property management software speaks for itself. As of 2025, more than 800,000 landlords nationwide rely on TurboTenant for the creation of legally compliant lease agreements.

How does TurboTenant help me customize my lease?

Besides ensuring legal compliance with state regulations, landlords can customize each TurboTenant lease agreement template to fit the needs of each rental property and landlord.

Landlords can adjust various factors, including rent amounts and due dates, pet policies, security deposits, utilities, and maintenance responsibilities, as well as lease duration, renewal terms, and rules regarding smoking, guests, and noise disturbances.

If you’re not sure exactly what your next rental contract needs, you can utilize our AI-guided lease generation prompts. These handy tools will walk you through all the steps of creating a new lease. Landlords also have the option to include custom clauses or special conditions for specific rental properties and/or tenants.

No matter what concerns you want to address in the lease agreement, the sky’s the limit for landlords who use TurboTenant. And after creating the lease, you can check your customizations for formatting and legal compliance using AI.

Can I add my own clauses to the lease?

Landlords who utilize TurboTenant’s lease creation services maintain complete control over lease terms (within the boundaries of state landlord-tenant laws, of course). With TurboTenant, you can easily customize your lease to include certain clauses or specific rules for tenants.

To start, you’ll build your lease by adding your lease and profile details. As you work, you can use the Preview My Lease tab to watch your lease content in real-time. TurboTenant handles all the formatting, so you just need to upload details about your property and tenants as needed.

Once you’ve created the lease, you can adjust the agreement terms if needed in the final section, Provisions & Attachments. Remember, though, that your lease can’t include any clauses prohibited by state or federal law. AI will review custom add-ons to identify any conflicts with state law or existing lease terms.

All approved custom clauses will be included in the final lease document, ensuring that your renters fully understand your policies regarding the rental property when they sign the lease.

How does AI ensure lease compliance?

Manually researching the most current federal and state lease laws could take you hours. On the other hand, TurboTenant’s AI-powered lease creation tool will double-check that completed lease agreements adhere to all relevant laws. Doing so will save you both time and frustration (not to mention any of the penalties that you could incur by using a noncompliant lease).

Our AI-powered software will interpret input from landlords and apply legally accurate clauses that still uphold each state’s lease laws. The AI will also detect any missing landlord disclosures that the state may require and flag illegal or contradictory lease terms before finalizing the agreement.

In this case, the AI will suggest more appropriate lease terms that you could use instead. And legal requirements aren’t the only conditions taken into account here—TurboTenant’s lease creation tool works based on the specifics of each property and tenant, including roommate and pet information.

How do I sign and store my lease?

Landlords, tenants, and cosigners can all digitally sign the finalized lease agreement. TurboTenant offers E-signature capabilities, allowing for the secure and seamless execution of the lease agreement without the need for time-consuming in-person meetings.

After you and your renters sign the lease, the software will automatically store the documentation in TurboTenant’s secure, cloud-based system. To access past lease agreements, simply log on to your account from any device, and you’ll find everything you need under the “Documents” tab.

Beyond the convenience of E-signing, conducting all aspects of the lease management process digitally makes it easy to track your rental agreements from any location—no printing or scanning required.

Why use TurboTenant instead of a free lease template?

Though you can technically use a free lease template or create your next rental contract entirely from scratch, doing so carries significant risks. Free lease templates are often outdated and lack the specific terms that your rental property may need.

And, as we’ve mentioned, it’s tough to know about all relevant landlord-tenant laws on your own, so you could easily overlook crucial items like mandatory landlord disclosures or security deposit requirements.

In contrast, a team of in-house legal professionals thoroughly review all TurboTenant’s lease agreements. You can thoroughly customize lease agreements with our AI and stay in the know about any updates to local laws.

Additionally, TurboTenant’s lease creation feature is fully integrated with the rest of our rental software, including tenant screening and rent collection, so that you can handle all of your property management needs in one place.

Though TurboTenant’s lease agreements aren’t free, your peace of mind is well worth the price, especially considering how many legal and personal risks you can avoid by using the right lease.

How to Get Started with TurboTenant’s Lease Tool

Thanks to TurboTenant’s lease creation tool, landlords are just a few clicks away from having a legally compliant lease customized to their property. Here’s how to make a lease of your own:

1. Sign up for a free landlord account with TurboTenant.
2. Under the “Leases” tab, provide information about your property and tenants. You can even set up a lease profile to easily organize property management for a specific lease and/or tenant.
3. Head to “Lease Agreement Overview.” The AI-powered lease builder will already fill in some fields—you can add any missing information using the Lease Specifics and Provisions & Attachments sections.
4. After creating your lease, click “Review & E-sign” in the top right corner. Doing so will create a watermarked PDF preview of your lease agreement. Double-check all information and lease terms.
5. Once you’re happy with your lease agreement, you can purchase it and start the E-signature process. Landlords with the Premium membership receive unlimited lease agreements and E-signatures. After you click “Request E-signature,” you’ll get another chance to upload attachments to the final lease agreement.
6. After you send your lease agreement to your tenants, renters will receive an email link to fill out the agreement. Signature prompts help guide tenants through the document. After the tenant and other relevant parties E-sign the agreement, the landlord will sign last.
7. All signed lease agreements are stored automatically in the cloud via your TurboTenant account. To view and manage your lease agreement, visit the “Documents” tab in your account. Your tenant will also receive a digital copy of the signed agreement.

Build Custom, Compliant Leases Quickly and Confidently

TurboTenant’s lease creation and management software addresses all of your needs regarding rental contracts. Our AI-powered software will help you customize your lease agreement and prevent errors. At the same time, legal reviews guarantee full compliance with all relevant landlord-tenant laws, especially those specific to your state.

Landlords can also benefit from the flexibility that TurboTenant offers in terms of custom clauses, while E-signature and secure document storage capabilities allow you to handle lease management entirely online.

All of these different features provide you with peace of mind and protection from costly legal disputes. So, create your first custom lease today with TurboTenant — simple, compliant, and legally sound.