1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of the Landlord/Lessor and Tenant/Lessee, including complete names, addresses, and contact information
2. Background: Brief context of the agreement and property rental arrangement
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and legal certainty
4. Property Details: Complete description of the rental property, including exact address and specific inclusions/exclusions
5. Term of Lease: Specifies the duration of the lease, start date, end date, and any renewal provisions
6. Rent and Payment Terms: Details of rental amount, payment schedule, security deposit, advance rent, and payment methods
7. Utilities and Bills: Allocation of responsibility for utility payments, including electricity, water, internet, and other services
8. Use of Property: Permitted uses of the property and any restrictions on its use
9. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of both parties regarding property maintenance, repairs, and improvements
10. Rights and Obligations of the Landlord: Detailed listing of the landlord's responsibilities and rights under the agreement
11. Rights and Obligations of the Tenant: Detailed listing of the tenant's responsibilities and rights under the agreement
12. Insurance: Requirements for property insurance and contents insurance
13. Default and Remedies: Consequences of breach of contract and available remedies for both parties
14. Termination: Conditions and procedures for early termination of the lease
15. Governing Law: Specification that the agreement is governed by Philippine law
16. Signatures: Execution clause and space for signatures of all parties
