The truth is, nearly all financial agreements contain fees that may or may not apply to the situation, but lease hidden fees in rental agreements can be an unwelcome surprise when the renter plans for one rental amount and gets charged with more.

The extra costs are put there to enhance the profits of companies. Some examples include baggage fees at airlines, smaller amounts of food in large packages, and charges for "extras" in accommodations. Those who rent out housing make their own extra money as well.

Many renters hear about the original rental fee and are happy to find that it is a good price for the housing they rent, but too often, there are extra charges for pets, maintenance, parking, and use of special amenities for which they may not be aware.

The rising number of renters has made the market competitive. Renters are looking for the best deal and landlords are looking for the best profits.