New Hampshire · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant New Hampshire lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a New Hampshire landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My New Hampshire Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
1 month's rent or $100, whichever is greater. Statutory cite: N.H. RSA § 540-A:6.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Must be in lease
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
30 days (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint, Security deposit holding info, Habitability defects.
6. Return the deposit on time
30 days. Statutory cite: N.H. RSA § 540-A:6.
New Hampshire guide FAQs
- What order should a New Hampshire landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of New Hampshire required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the New Hampshire state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.