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Recitals
Recitals are introductory comments at the beginning of contracts which “set the stage” so to speak, for the remainder of the contract. While recitals are somewhat disfavored now, they are still in existence in many forms used by attorneys and realtors, so you should not be surprised to see them. They will often start with “Wherefore,” and set out various facts about the relationship of the parties and the property for lease. For instance, “Whereas the Landlord wishes to let, and the Tenant wishes to lease, the property located at 123 Main Street.”
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