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The tenant disputes and refuses to bear the cost of maintaining the cleanliness of the ceiling fan, as well as the indoor and outdoor air conditioners deep clean. As a result, water leaks from the air conditioner. The tenant is angry and asks why they cannot deduct the deposit. The rental contract is for 12 months (1 year) and now there are 6 months left. The tenant still continues to rent the room. It is clearly written in the Tenancy Agreement that the fan dust and indoor air conditioner filters need to be cleaned at least once a month, and the outdoor air conditioner needs to be deep cleaned at least once a year. Who is at fault, is it the Landlord with the Landlord's Representative, or the Tenant? Then, what consequences will the Tenant bear according to Malaysian law?

Here is a breakdown of the situation based on tenancy law in Malaysia:

1. Fault and Legal Actions:
(i) Tenant's Fault: The tenant is at fault for failing to comply with the clearly stated maintenance responsibilities in the Tenancy Agreement. Neglecting to clean the fan and air conditioners as agreed has led to damage (e.g., water leakage), which is considered breach of contract.
(ii) Landlord's Rights: The landlord and Landlord Representative has the right to claim damages for the breach of contract, including costs for cleaning and repairs. The landlord or landlord’s representative can serve a written notice requesting the tenant to rectify the issue or bear the cleaning cost. If the tenant refuses, the contract may be considered void. If damages exceed the deposit or tenant disputes at the end of the tenancy, the landlord may bring the matter to Tribunal for Consumer Claims Malaysia (TTPM) under the Rental Disputes category.

2. What Happens Next?
(i) The tenant should be notified formally in writing (email or letter) citing the specific clause in the Tenancy Agreement.
(ii) If the tenant still refuses, document the condition and cleaning cost through receipts and contractor reports.
(iii) At the end of the tenancy, the cleaning/damage cost can be legally deducted from the deposit.
(iv) If the tenant contests the deduction, both parties can escalate the issue to TTPM or civil court for settlement.

3. Relevant Acts:
(i) Contracts Act 1950: Governs the legal obligations in agreements and the rights of parties to enforce contract terms.
(ii) Specific Relief Act 1950: Covers relief in case of breach of contract.
(iii) Distress Act 1951: if severe rent issues arise, although not directly applicable to cleaning disputes.
(iv) Tribunal for Consumer Claims Act 1999: For handling disputes under RM50,000, including tenancy-related cases.

I am a student at a university in Selangor. I have rented a room with a co-living concept and have signed a 5-year rental contract agreement, because I plan to continue renting with the same room rental service provider until I finish my bachelor's degree in the next 5 years. But after 1 year of renting, my family changed their mind and wanted to transfer me to another university, indirectly I may have to break the contract and discontinue paying rent every month until 5 years are up. In this situation, who is at fault, is it the Landlord with the Landlord's Representative, or the Tenant? Then, what consequences will the Tenant bear according to Malaysian law?

In your situation, the Tenant (you) would generally be considered at fault for breaking the contract early, because you voluntarily signed a 5-year fixed-term tenancy agreement. Under Malaysian Contract Law, once both parties sign a legally binding agreement, each must fulfill their obligations unless the agreement includes specific exit clauses or both parties mutually agree to terminate it.

1. Fault and Legal Actions:
(i) Tenant's Fault: The tenant breached the contract by not paying rent for the remaining 4 years and leaving the premises early.
(ii) Landlord's Rights: The landlord has the right to claim damages for the breach of contract, including unpaid rent and costs for cleaning and repairs. The Landlord or Landlord Representative is entitled to claim outstanding monthly rent payments, including rent payments for subsequent months until the end of the contract period (up to 5 years or any period based on the contract) even though the Tenant is no longer residing in the room or the property. All claims may include late payment penalties.

2. What Happens Next?
(i) Tenant: The Tenant remains liable for the outstanding of the next 4 years with the late payment penalty of rent unless a mutual agreement to terminate the contract is reached. Tenant may be liable to pay other penalties, such as: (a) Loss of the deposit. (b) Compensation for the remaining months (or until the room is re-rented depending on the negotiations with the Landlord or Landlord Representative). (c) Admin or legal fees stated in the contract. If Tenant fails to pay the lawsuit, the court may order the authorities to issue an arrest warrant against Tenant because the amount of the lawsuit is quite large.
(ii) Landlord: The Landlord or Representative can retain the deposit to cover any outstanding rent or cleaning/repair costs. However, they must provide an itemized statement if they intend to withhold any portion of the deposit. In this case, the Tenant has breached a fixed-term tenancy agreement, and the Landlord or Landlord’s Representative has the right to pursue a claim under Malaysian contract law to recover losses. Landlord will send the Legal Demand Letter Issue a formal demand (through lawyer or self-drafted) asking the Tenant to: - Pay remaining rent, - Pay compensation as per agreement (e.g., RM50 late fee), - Vacate the premises if still occupying. Losses Total claim = Remaining rent (RM350 × 48 months "4 years" = RM16,800), + Outstanding late payment charges (if any), + Any cost of damage to property, + Balance of refundable portion of deposit. Finally, will pursue Legal Action: - Tribunal for Consumer Claims Malaysia (TTPM) – If total claim ≤ RM50,000 and the agreement is residential in nature. - Civil Court – For higher claims or complex breach of contract.

3. Relevant Acts:
(i) Contract Act 1950 and the Housing Development (Control and Licensing) Act 1966): If the Tenant agreed to rent the property for 5 years, the Tenant is typically obligated to pay rent for the full 5-years term, unless both parties mutually agree to terminate the contract. In the case of a breach of contract by the Tenant (i.e., not paying rent for the next 4 years and vacating the premises), the Landlord is entitled to claim for damages for the loss of rental income for the unexpired term of the lease. This may include keeping the deposit as compensation, and claim the debt at court.
(ii) Landlord and Tenant Act 1951: The rights and responsibilities of both parties regarding the rent, deposit, and maintenance of the property.
(iii) Distress Act 1951: Allows landlords to apply for a warrant of distress to recover unpaid rent by seizing the tenant's movable property.
(v) Penalty Clauses for Early Termination: The Landlord can stipulate a penalty clause in the tenancy agreement if the Tenant terminates the agreement early. A penalty for early termination could include forfeiture of the security deposit, or payment of the rent for the remaining period of the lease (for example, the balance of the 1-year term).
(vi) Specific Relief Act 1950: For enforcing contractual obligations. 

When a Tenant signs a 1-year rental contract or agreement, suddenly breaches the contract by only renting for the past 6 months and refusing to pay for the next 6 months on the grounds that they are no longer living in the rental premises. The Landlord or Landlord Representative refuses to return the deposit to the Tenant because the Tenant breached the contract and even left the rental premises in a dirty condition. According to Malaysian law, what will happen and who is at fault?

1. Fault and Legal Actions:
(i) Tenant's Fault: The tenant breached the contract by not paying rent for the remaining six months and leaving the premises in a dirty condition.
(ii) Landlord's Rights: The landlord has the right to claim damages for the breach of contract, including unpaid rent and costs for cleaning and repairs.

2. What Happens Next?
(i) Tenant: The Tenant remains liable for the outstanding of the next 6 months with the late payment penalty of rent unless a mutual agreement to terminate the contract is reached.
(ii) Landlord: The Landlord or Representative can retain the deposit to cover any outstanding rent or cleaning/repair costs. However, they must provide an itemized statement if they intend to withhold any portion of the deposit.

3. Relevant Acts:
(i) Contract Act 1950 and the Housing Development (Control and Licensing) Act 1966): If the Tenant agreed to rent the property for 1 year, the Tenant is typically obligated to pay rent for the full 1-year term, unless both parties mutually agree to terminate the contract. In the case of a breach of contract by the Tenant (i.e., not paying rent for the next 6 months and vacating the premises), the Landlord is entitled to claim for damages for the loss of rental income for the unexpired term of the lease. This may include keeping the deposit as compensation, and claim the debt at court.
(ii) Landlord and Tenant Act 1951: The rights and responsibilities of both parties regarding the rent, deposit, and maintenance of the property.
(iii) Distress Act 1951: Allows landlords to apply for a warrant of distress to recover unpaid rent by seizing the tenant's movable property.
(v) Penalty Clauses for Early Termination: The Landlord can stipulate a penalty clause in the tenancy agreement if the Tenant terminates the agreement early. A penalty for early termination could include forfeiture of the security deposit, or payment of the rent for the remaining period of the lease (for example, the balance of the 1-year term).

I am a Landlord, I often suffer losses because my Tenants usually sign a 1-year contract, after renting for 1 year they intend to continue to live in my rental premises, even though it is stated in the Tenancy Agreement that if they are still renting after a period of 1 year, then the contract will automatically renew for an additional 1 year, but after continuing to rent, my Tenants often decide to leave at will with only a short notice such as 1 day and 3 weeks, they do not continue to rent for an additional 1 year instead they only rent for an additional few months less than 1 year after renewal. What legal action can be referred and who is the offender in this issue?

In the situation you’ve described, it seems that the tenants are breaching the Tenancy Agreement by not honoring the renewal terms and leaving after a few months without adhering to the full 1-year renewal period as stated in the contract. In this case, the Tenant is likely at fault for not following the terms of the agreement, specifically the automatic 1-year renewal clause.

To address this issue, as a landlord, you can take legal action by referring to various laws and contractual principles that support your position. Key Legal References:

 1. Contracts Act 1950 (Act 136):
(i) Section 10 of the Contracts Act 1950 establishes that contracts are legally binding and that both parties (in this case, the landlord and tenant) are obligated to fulfill the terms of the agreement.
(ii) The tenancy agreement you have with your tenants is a valid contract, and if it states that the contract will automatically renew for another 1-year upon the completion of the initial term, the tenants are legally bound to comply unless both parties mutually agree to terminate the agreement early.
(iii) If the tenant decides to leave early or only rent for a few months after the renewal, they may be in breach of the agreement, depending on the exact wording of the contract.

2. Penalizing Breach of Contract (Damages):
(i) Section 74 of the Contracts Act 1950 allows a party to claim damages for the loss suffered due to a breach of contract. If the tenants vacate the property without fulfilling the 1-year renewal term, they are in breach, and you, as the landlord, can seek compensation for damages caused by the premature termination, such as lost rental income and potential costs associated with finding a new tenant.
(ii) Landlord can withhold the deposit (if this is stated in the contract) to cover these damages or claim for the remaining rent due through civil action if the amount exceeds the deposit.

3. Tenancy Agreement Clauses:
(i) Automatic Renewal Clause: The automatic renewal clause in the agreement should clearly outline the terms for renewing the contract and the consequences if the Tenant does not adhere to the renewal period. If the Tenants do not follow the terms as per this clause, they are breaching the agreement.
(ii) Notice Period for Early Termination: Landlord may also include a notice period clause in the agreement specifying how much notice the Tenant must give if they intend to leave early. For example, Landlord could stipulate that the Tenant must give a 60-day notice or pay for the rent due if they fail to provide adequate notice or leave before the renewal term ends.

If the Tenancy Agreement states that the deposit refund period by the Landlord to the Tenant is 60 working days, by law do the Tenant and the Tenant's family members have the right to embarrass the Landlord and his representative in the eyes of others if the Landlord does not pay the deposits earlier than the 60 working days period?

No, the tenant and their family members do not have the legal right to embarrass or defame the landlord or their representative simply because the deposit has not been returned within the 60 working days period as stipulated in the Tenancy Agreement.

While the tenant has a legal right to receive the security deposit within a reasonable period after the tenancy ends, harassment, defamation, or causing embarrassment to the landlord or landlord’s representative would not be justified under the law. In fact, such actions could potentially be considered defamation or harassment, which can lead to legal consequences for the tenant and their family members.

Here are the key legal points to consider:

1. Right to Return of Deposit (Tenancy Agreement):
(i) According to the Tenancy Agreement, if the agreement specifies a 60 working days period for the return of the security deposit, this term is legally binding. As long as the landlord is within the agreed-upon timeframe, they are not in breach of the contract by not returning the deposit earlier than the stipulated period.
(ii) The landlord is allowed to retain the deposit until they are sure there are no outstanding issues such as unpaid rent or property damage that need to be accounted for. If the tenant believes the deposit is being withheld without reason, they have the right to ask for clarification, but the landlord is not required by law to return the deposit before the specified 60 working days.

2. Defamation (Section 499 of the Penal Code):
(i) If the tenant or their family members spread false information or make defamatory statements about the landlord or their representative to others (e.g., on social media or in public), it could be considered defamation.
(ii) Under Section 499 of the Penal Code, defamation occurs when someone publishes false information that damages the reputation of another person. If the tenant or their family spreads untrue statements that harm the landlord’s reputation (such as calling the landlord a scammer), the landlord may be entitled to take legal action for defamation.
(iii) The landlord may seek damages for any harm to their reputation, and the tenant could face legal consequences, including fines or imprisonment.

3. Harassment (Civil Action or Criminal Offense):
(i) If the tenant or their family members are harassing the landlord or their representatives (e.g., by causing emotional distress or embarrassment, or making threats), this may be considered harassment.
(ii) Harassment is an offense under Section 507 of the Penal Code (criminal intimidation) or under civil law for tortious acts. If the landlord believes they are being harassed or threatened, they can file a police report or seek civil remedies for damages caused by the harassment.

4. Communication and Resolution:
(i) If there are any issues regarding the deposit, the tenant should communicate directly with the landlord or the landlord’s representative, preferably in writing (e.g., email or letter), to clarify why the deposit has not been returned yet.
(ii) It’s important for the tenant to remember that the landlord has the right to withhold the deposit for a reasonable period (in this case, 60 working days), as long as they are abiding by the terms of the agreement.

I am a Tenant who is an industrial training student who had to rent for only 3 months. All the rental premises that I surveyed, the Landlord and his representative only allowed me to rent with a minimum contract of 1 year which is 12 months due to the Landlord need to pay the Assessment Tax by yearly, so I had to agreed, rent and quietly breach the contract without paying rent in the 4th month, then how can I sue and demand my deposit back from the Landlord, because they are silent and refuse to reply to my chat even though I have made their faces viral as scammers but they are still not afraid.

Actually, there are many Malaysian laws and acts references that can be referred to if the Landlord breaches the contract and refuses to return the deposit if the Tenant returns the keys to the rental premises according to the contract period and in good condition. Unfortunately, all of these acts, if referred to, lead to the Tenant potentially being sued instead of the Landlord because according to the situation in this question, the Tenant himself has agreed to the minimum rental conditions of 1 year of the contract but secretly violated it. Not only one offense, the Tenant has also slandered the Landlord and his representative as scammers, in fact, the Tenant is an actual scammer who need to be sued and legal action taken.

Here are the key points and references:

1. Contracts Act 1950 (Act 136):
(i) Section 10: Formation of Contract: This section establishes that contracts in Malaysia, including tenancy agreements, are governed by mutual agreement between the parties. A landlord can stipulate terms such as a minimum rental period if both parties agree to them in writing.
(ii) Section 11: Competency to Contract: Both parties (landlord and tenant) must be competent to enter into the contract, which includes the freedom to negotiate the terms, including the minimum rental period.

2. Lease Agreement and Specific Clauses:
(i) In practice: The lease agreement is the most direct reference for specifying terms such as minimum rental periods.
(ii) A standard clause in the agreement may read as follows: “The Tenant agrees to lease the Property for a minimum period of 12 months commencing from the commencement date. In the event that the Tenant terminates the agreement before the expiry of the minimum rental period, the Tenant agrees to pay the Landlord a penalty or forfeit the deposit in part or in full, in addition to any rent owed.”
(iii) Assessment Tax Considerations: The Landlord is entitled to include a reason for this clause, such as an annual assessment tax payable regardless of whether the property is rented for a full year. This can be included in the preamble or in a specific clause explaining the need for a minimum rental period to cover fixed expenses incurred by the Landlord, such as taxes and maintenance.

3. Penalty Clauses for Early Termination:
(i) The Landlord can stipulate a penalty clause in the tenancy agreement if the Tenant terminates the agreement early. A penalty for early termination could include forfeiture of the security deposit, or payment of the rent for the remaining period of the lease (for example, the balance of the 1-year term).
(ii) Legal Reference: This is legally supported under Section 74 of the Contracts Act 1950, which allows a party to claim for damages for any loss caused by a breach of contract (in this case, the premature termination by the Tenant). This includes the right to retain the security deposit or require the tenant to pay for the unfulfilled term.

4. Defamation Act 1957 (Act 286):
(i) Defamation refers to the act of making false statements about someone that damages their reputation. If a tenant spreads false and damaging information about the landlord, this would fall under defamation.
(ii) Slander vs. Libel: In defamation cases, slander refers to spoken defamation, and libel refers to written or published defamatory statements. In the case of viral fake news, this likely falls under libel because it is typically published or disseminated online.
(iii) Section 499 of the Penal Code (part of the Defamation Act 1957) defines the offence of defamation: "Whoever, by words, either spoken or intended to be read, or by signs or by visible representations, makes or publishes any imputation concerning any person, intending to harm or knowing or having reason to believe that such imputation will harm the reputation of such person, is said to defame that person."
(iv) Section 500 (Punishment for Defamation) prescribes the penalty for defamation, which can result in:
> Imprisonment for up to 2 years, or
> A fine, or both.
(v) Damages: If the landlord chooses to file a civil lawsuit for defamation, they can seek compensatory damages for any reputational harm or loss of business due to the false claims made by the tenant.

5. Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588):
(i) Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act makes it an offense to use a network service to post offensive, false, or misleading content: "A person who… (a) makes, creates, or solicits the making of any comment, request, suggestion, or other communication that is obscene, indecent, false, or offensive in character with the intent to annoy, abuse, threaten, or harass another person…"
(ii) Penalties for Section 233:
> A fine of up to RM 50,000 or
> Imprisonment for up to 1 year, or both.
(iii) Civil Action: The landlord can also seek civil remedies for the damage caused by the false online statements, including seeking compensation for reputational harm.

We are a group of students. There are 8 of us renting a house together. However, only one of us, the leader or our representative, signed a 1-year rental contract with the Landlord, as witnessed by the Landlord's representative. When we had been renting for 4 months, we all moved out and stopped paying rent. The issue here is that the Landlord refused to return the deposit because we had violated the contract. Our leader understood and refused to escalate the issue, but our other friends and parents did not understand and were angry because they could not claim back the deposit that had been paid together, so they embarrassed the Landlord's representative on social media, TikTok, to the point that the Landlord's representative wanted to sue everyone involved. How do you solve this issue?

In this situation, slandering someone on social media, including platforms like TikTok, can indeed be a criminal offense under Malaysian law, and it can lead to imprisonment depending on the severity of the offense and the outcome of legal proceedings. There are a few important legal and practical considerations to take into account to resolve the issue. Let’s break it down into different parts:

1. Tenant’s Obligations Under the Rental Agreement:
(i) 1 Tenant rents legally, 7 more Tenants rent illegally: As only one representative (the leader) signed the rental agreement with the landlord, legally, the leader is the only party bound by the contract. The other 7 tenants may not have signed the agreement, but they are likely still considered part of the rental arrangement by implicit agreement with the leader (the representative). This is something that should be clarified in the contract, whether other tenants were mentioned or not.
(ii) Breaking the contract: If the group of tenants moved out early after 4 months and did not continue to fulfill the terms of the contract, this would likely be considered a breach of contract.
(iii) Landlord rights: The landlord can rightfully refuse to return the deposit because they have suffered a loss as a result of the tenants violating the terms of the contract (moving out early and not paying rent).

2. Understanding the Refund of the Deposit:
(i) Deposits as Landlord protection: Generally, security deposits are held by the landlord as protection against damage, unpaid rent, or other breaches of the rental agreement. In this case, because the tenants moved out early and stopped paying rent, the landlord is within their rights to withhold the deposit.
(ii) Deposit is a safeguard: It’s important to note that the deposit is a safeguard for the landlord, and if the tenants didn’t honor the agreement, the landlord can justifiably keep it to cover any losses.

3. Handling the Issue with Social Media (Defamation/Harassment):
(i) Group bullying and cyberbullying: The issue arises when the group or their parents started embarrassing the landlord’s representative on social media, particularly on platforms like TikTok, which is a public platform. If the posts are defamatory or cause reputational harm to the landlord or the landlord’s representative, this could be considered defamation or harassment.
(ii) Defamation under Section 499 of the Penal Code refers to false statements made that damage a person's reputation. If these social media posts are untrue or misrepresent the situation (e.g., claiming the landlord or representative is a scammer or acting unfairly without basis), this could result in legal action. Defamation can be both civil and criminal in nature. The penalties for criminal defamation can include a fine of up to RM 1,000 or imprisonment for up to 1 year, or both.
(iii) Threatened or emotionally distressed: Harassment could also be a concern if the landlord’s representative feels threatened or emotionally distressed by the social media posts.

4. Harassment and Criminal Intimidation (Section 507 of the Penal Code):
(i) Slandered: If the posts made on social media contain threats or aim to intimidate the person being slandered, it could also fall under criminal intimidation.
(ii) Criminal intimidation involves threatening someone with the intent to cause them harm or fear for their safety, and the penalties for this can be severe, including imprisonment for up to 2 years, a fine, or both.

5. Abuse of Social Media and Communications (Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998):
(i) Harm or distress: The Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA) addresses the misuse of social media platforms to publish content that could be deemed offensive, false, or malicious. Section 233 specifically makes it an offense to use communication services (such as social media) to transmit false information, with the intent to cause harm or distress to others.
(ii) Penalties: The penalties under Section 233 of the CMA can be a fine of up to RM 50,000, imprisonment for up to 1 year, or both, upon conviction.

6. Cyberbullying and Harassment:
(i) Cyberbullying is another form of online harassment that could fall under defamation and other related offenses. If someone’s reputation is damaged due to false accusations made on social media, especially with malicious intent, it can be treated as a serious offense.
(ii) Can You Be Imprisoned for Slander on TikTok? Yes, if you make false and defamatory statements about someone on TikTok or any other social media platform, you can face criminal charges. Depending on the nature of the slander, if the individual is found guilty of criminal defamation or harassment, they could face imprisonment, fines, or both. The severity of the penalty will depend on factors such as:

7. How to Solve the Issue:
(i) Here are the steps that could be taken to resolve the situation amicably and legally:
a. Immediate Action – Cease Harmful Social Media Posts:
- The first thing to do is to remove the posts on social media immediately. Apologize publicly if necessary for any damage caused to the landlord’s representative’s reputation. A public retraction or apology can help resolve the situation and show goodwill.
b. Clarify the Situation with the Landlord:
- The leader of the group (the one who signed the contract) should engage with the landlord and their representative to explain the situation and seek an understanding. While the deposit is likely non-refundable due to the breach of contract, having a conversation can sometimes lead to a compromise or understanding. Perhaps part of the deposit could be returned if the situation is explained calmly and fairly.
- If the deposit was paid collectively by all tenants, there may be an agreement on how to distribute the portion of the deposit that can be refunded (if applicable), especially if the group moved out early and there were no serious damages to the property.
c. Legal Consultation for Defamation/Harassment:
- If the landlord’s representative is seriously considering legal action for defamation or harassment, it’s best to consult with a lawyer to understand the potential legal ramifications and the steps to settle the matter.
- A lawyer can advise on the specific legal actions the landlord’s representative might take, and also guide the tenants on how to retract their actions without further escalating the situation.
- If the landlord's representative decides to pursue a defamation claim, it may involve negotiations, potentially leading to a settlement.
d. Addressing the Conflict Constructively:
- It’s important for everyone involved, including the tenants and their families, to understand the contract terms clearly. In this case, the tenants may not have understood the obligations or consequences of breaching the contract.
- Education on the rights and responsibilities in a rental agreement can help prevent similar issues in the future.

Summary of Tenancy Agreement clauses provided by UCR

The following are common rules that we have summarized based on the contents of the Tenancy Agreement for reference and to improve reader understanding:

1) Any repairing costs of the Demised Property during the tenancy period shall be borne by the Tenant if the damage to the Said Premises facilities is caused by the Tenant's negligence, but if for fair wear and tear or the age factor excepted. Any repairing costs of the Demised Property during the tenancy period shall be borne by the Tenant if the damage to the Said Premises facilities is caused by the Tenant's negligence, but if for fair wear and tear or the age factor excepted.

(2) Sinking fund, residential security fee, and building maintenance fee (i.e. outside the premises area) charged by the Joint Management Body (JMB) of the unit shall be borne by the Landlord. Maintaining assets and cleanliness inside the premises is the Tenant's responsibility to report, repair and maintain.

(3) The usage of water (The Arc Water) and electricity (TNB) during the tenancy period shall be borne by the Tenant.

(4) The fixed rate of Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd ('IWK') bills during the tenancy period shall be borne by the Tenant.

(5) Tenants who fail to manage utility bills, whether collectively or individually, have no right to prevent the intervention of the Landlord or Landlord's representative to help manage it in a more orderly manner and if such intervention is necessary, the Tenant agrees not to dispute the additional charge to pay the bill management fee of RM50 per month.

(6) Tenant cannot dispute if Tenant is charged a fine to cover the maintenance costs of asset damage and cleanliness if it is proven that the Tenant is at fault.

(7) Landlord has the right to transfer the Tenant to another Demised Property if there is any issue to the detriment of the Landlord without prejudice.

(8) If the Tenant violates the terms of the rental period or leaves earlier than the due period, the Landlord has the right to forfeit all deposits due to the breach of the agreement and use them to cover all losses.

(9) The late payment penalty must be paid by the Tenant together with the arrears of payment within FORTY-EIGHT (48) hours from the due date of the monthly payment reminder or the letter of demand issued by the Landlord or the Landlord's appointed representative, and if the Tenant fails to comply with the demand, the Tenant is deemed to have trespassed on the premises because this agreement or contract is considered null and void, and all deposits are forfeited. Late charges for rental fee or hostel fee are RM50 per month, while late charges for utilities are RM10 per month, and late charges for parking fee are RM10 per month, charged to individual Tenants who do late payment without a reasonable reason from the Landlord's point of view. However, late charges can be waived at the Landlord's discretion.

(10) The Landlord has the right to enter the Demised Property and demand that the Tenant vacate the unit including demanding the key and access card, on the grounds that the agreement has been breached if the Tenant fails to pay the monthly rent for FIVE (5) days from the payment due date, Tenant should be evicted from this unit if still failed to pay the rent.

(11) If this Demised Property has an "Air Conditioner", the Tenant must perform deep clean maintenance at least once a year at Tenant own cost on the grounds that it is for the use of the Tenant.

(12) Tenant must bear the cost of damage to the asset resulting from use, and negligence, or any damage to the asset in the form of "wear and tear". Failure to repair the damage to return it to its original condition may result in the intervention of the Landlord's representative to repair it and a claim for management costs will be charged to the Tenant. Delay in carrying out this responsibility may also result in the Tenant being charged a late payment charge.

(13) The compensation charge for any damage or dirtiness of the unit facility is not fixed according to the maintenance cost requested by the service provider, the Tenant must pay it within FOURTEEN (14) days from the notice or letter of demand for compensation payment being issued.

(14) Tenant must agree to comply with the rules of the Head of Unit and the Warden who have been appointed by Landlord to manage the Said Premises or the hostel unit that the Tenant lives in.

(15) Tenant is prohibited from engaging in any criminal activity, if convicted the agreement is automatically void, this is important to ensure that parties related to the Said Premises do not become victims of the Tenant's criminal case.

(16) Tenant is prohibited from bringing pets into the Said Premises because they can disturb the peace of neighbors and other residents and leave an unpleasant smell.

(17) Tenant is prohibited from bringing in weapons, explosives, flammable materials, and materials that create smoke, this includes lighters, cigarettes, smoky ritual materials, firecrackers, and guns into the Said Premises because all of these can damage fabrics and property, in addition to disturbing neighbors and threaten the security of the environment.

(18) Tenant is prohibited from engaging in fights, riots, strikes and provocations while in the Said Premises area.

(19) Tenant is prohibited from bringing beef, pigs, and any item in the form of racist sentiments, as well as obscene symbolic items, and political things into Said Premises in order to protect the sensitivity of various parties.

(20) Tenant is prohibited from bringing alcohol and drugs into Said Premises, as they can contribute to impolite behavior when drunk and half-conscious.

(21) Tenant is prohibited from bringing too many personal items and are prohibited from keeping personal items outside the Said Premises area so as to disturb other parties.

(22) The tenant is not allowed to bring visitors and animals to the premises without permission from the Landlord or the Landlord's appointed representative. This must be observed to ensure the harmony of other occupants is maintained, and to avoid issues of theft, disturbance, immorality, property damage, noise disturbance, and health and safety problems. Tenants who fail to comply with this regulation are considered interested in canceling the contract or are eligible for fines and damages at the discretion of the Landlord or the Landlord's appointed representative.

(23) Tenant needs to understand and agree that the intervention of outside parties (including family members and individuals who are not Tenants and not representatives of the Landlord) in an effort to resolve problems arising in relation to Said Premises will be considered interfering with management duties and eligible to be sued.

(24) Tenant is not allowed to use the Said Premises as a business premises, place of prostitution services, and other than the original purpose which should be for the use of accommodation only.

(25) Tenant must agree to accept the terms of the deposit refund policy, that is, if the move-out is early from the agreement period, they are not eligible to get the deposit back, and if eligible at the Landlord's discretion, they will receive a partial or full deposit return within 60 WORKING DAYS.

(26) Tenant must agree that there is no term to convert any type of deposit into the payment of utility bills and rent for the following months or any previous arrears. All payments that have been deposited into the Landlord's or Landlord's representative's bank account via AFFINBANK (ULTRUST CAPITAL RESOURCE : 106730013711) will be considered forfeited if there is a cancellation of the transaction on the basis that the Tenant changes his mind and refuses to comply with the rules in this Tenancy Agreement.

(27) Tenants must agree if the Landlord shall (if he/her so desires) upon the written request from the Tenant TWO (2) months before the expiration of the term of this tenancy, and if The Tenant fails to provide feedback or a renewal decision, this contract will AUTOMATICALLY BE RENEWED.

(28) Tenants must comply with the terms of the contract renewal, which is to pay the cost of a new Tenancy Agreement, which must be borne by the Tenant, and cannot be deducted from any deposits to cover the cost of the contract renewal. The amount of payment that the Tenant must pay depends on the Landlord or Landlord's Representative, which is included in their administrative fee charge.

(29) Tenant must fill out the Inspection and Exit Form ONE (1) day before the expiring date of this Tenancy Agreement.

(30) Tenant needs to fill out the Off-Area Overnight Application Form at least ONE (1) day before the date of staying overnight outside the area of Said Premises. The form must be filled out completely and get the permission and signature of the Landlord Representative or Warden on duty, as well as in the form the Tenant will be asked to provide a photo of proof that the Said Premises were left in a clean and tidy condition.