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If a tenant breaks a commercial lease how long does the landlord have to sue them?
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∙ 16y ago
This is a really general question.... It first assumes that: There is in fact a breach of the lease, the proximate cause of the breach is the Lessee's fault, and that damage occurred to the Lessor as a result of it. The answer may well be affected by local laws, precedent, and the terms of the Lease itself. For such things as nonpayment of rent, for example, a Lease may give the Lessee thirty days to repay before the Lease is in material breach, and specify that Lessee is still responsible for payment for all charges accrued until Lessor gives notice of breach. But the generic answer is, "within a reasonable amount of time," and "reasonable" would be defined by the Court of jurisdiction. Five years after Lessee has walked out the door - probably too long. A year... questionable but supportable. Six months? You're probably OK. Also, are you talking a small claims action, where you'd represent yourself? Or are you talking about hiring a lawyer? Either way, though, this is a question that really should be answered by a competent lawyer in your jurisdiction. You should be able to find an attorney who'd give you an opinion at little (or more likely zero) charge.
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When a tenant breaks a residential lease can the landlord charge rent until the lease expires or the landlord finds a new tenant?
Yes, unless the landlord breached the lease in some significant way.
How can a person obtain a commercial lease agreement?
A person can obtain a commercial lease agreement by asking their landlord to create one. After this is done, a commercial lease between the tenant and the landlord will be made.
Can a landlord sue for future rent in Maryland?
Yes, a landlord in Maryland can sue for future rent if the tenant breaks the lease agreement. However, the landlord has a duty to mitigate damages by making reasonable efforts to find a new tenant. If the landlord finds a new tenant, the tenant who broke the lease agreement will only be responsible for the rent until the new tenant moves in.
How do you take over a commercial lease?
You need to come into agreement with the current tenant as well as the landlord. If the landlord approves, you will sign an agreement to take over the lease from the current tenant.
In a commercial lease if the tenant changes locks does the tenant give a key to the landlord?
Yes. The building belongs to the landlord and needs the key in case of an emergency, or if a tenant abandons the property. Also, you should probably check with the landlord prior to changing locks. There might be a clause in the lease stating that only the landlord can change a lock, not the tenant.
Can you landlord have you sign a lease and then say you did not get the apartment?
No. A lease is a legally binding contract, which obligates both the landlord and tenant to a tenancy for the term of the lease. If you and the landlord both signed a lease, and the landlord refuses to give you occupancy of the property, you need to see a landlord-tenant attorney or tenant's rights group immediately!
Commercial Lease?
Get StartedA real estate lease is a written agreement between a Landlord (lessor) and a Tenant (lessee) establishing the rights and responsibilities of each party. The Landlord is the owner of real estate (also known as "premises") who leases (rents) that property to a Tenant for the Tenant's use. A "residential" lease applies to real estate used as a residence, while a "commercial" lease applies to business property.A written lease should be prepared and signed whenever property is rented, to reduce the likelihood of misunderstandings between the Tenant and the Landlord regarding the rental arrangement.
Commercial Real Estate Lease?
Get StartedA real estate lease is a written agreement between a Landlord (lessor) and a Tenant (lessee) establishing the rights and responsibilities of each party. The Landlord is the owner of real estate (also known as "premises") who leases (rents) that property to a Tenant for the Tenant's use. A "residential" lease applies to real estate used as a residence, while a "commercial" lease applies to business property.A written lease should be prepared and signed whenever property is rented, to reduce the likelihood of misunderstandings between the Tenant and the Landlord regarding the rental arrangement.
Can a landlord evict someone living on their property when they haven't signed a lease?
I am presuming we have three components here: a landlord, a tenant, and a subtenant. The landlord in this case is presumably renting to a tenant, while the tenant is presumably renting to a subtenant. I presume that tenant has a lease while the subtenant doesn't. The tenant becomes the landlord for the subtenant. Since there is no lease (in most states subletting does not involve a lease) in this case, the tenant who is the subtenant landlord can evict the subtenant. While the main landlord can evict the tenant -which automatically evicts the subtenant -only the tenant can evict the subtenant. But the main landlord can evict all by evicting the tenant.
Lease says that landlord is responsible for lawn mowing. Landlord will not honor this. Can lease be broken by tenant?
Yes he can. A violation of the terms of a lease by a landlord is just as much grounds for termination by the tenant. The landlord can still evict you but less likely will win.
The buidling catches fire a tenant and anther commercial tenant could they cancel there lease?
This depends on the terms of the lease. If there is no casualty clause, then state landlord-tenant laws will govern, which vary greatly from state to state. See an attorney if your lease does not contain the casualty clause.
Who has to be on the lease?
The Landlord or their representative such as a management company, and the Tenant. Although witnesses or a notary is highly recommended especially with commercial leases.
