My rental lease is coming to an end, and the agent has informed me that there is a possibility of a rent increase. However, he just emailed me stating that my rent will be increased by 20%. I don't believe this is fair. Please help me draft an email to begin negotiations with the agent.
Dear [Agent],

I hope this message finds you well. As we approach the end of our current lease agreement, I wanted to express my concern about the potential for a significant rent increase in the next term. While I understand that market conditions can change over time, a 20% increase seems excessive and unfair given my existing circumstances.

As someone who values being a responsible tenant, I would like to discuss this proposed increase further before making any decisions regarding my future residency at [property address]. Is it possible for us to schedule a meeting or call to discuss your reasoning behind the increase? I am open to exploring alternatives such as renewing my lease at its current rate or adjusting some terms to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. Your professional input on how best to proceed moving forward would also be appreciated.

Thank you for taking the time to consider my request. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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