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What happens if a tenant breaks the lease early and moves out?
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He will lose any security deposit and be responsible for any rent while the apartment remains vacant, up to the remainder of the term of the lease.
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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.
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.
What happens to a lease if the tenant goes to hospice care?
I'm no lawyer but...here is my understanding of the situation. While the tenant is alive, they (or the person legally acting for them) are responsible for the financial obligations and the lease is in force. If the tenant is not returning, you should consider terminating the lease and moving out. If it is a month-to-month lease, this part is easy. If it is a fixed-term lease, investigate whether the landlord will agree to terminating the lease early.
How long do you have to recover rent money after a tenant breaks a residential lease and moves out?
3 years
If a tenant breaks his lease and writes last month's rent on his check if it is deposited is the tenant no longer responsible for the remaining months on the lease?
He is responsible for the remaining months. Neither party can terminate unilaterally - they have to agree. However, after the tenant leaves, the landlord has a responsibility to try to rent the unit.
Can you evict if your tenant is a threat to you?
You can evict a tenant when the tenant breaks the lease or rental contract by not paying rent or lease payments. You can also evict a tenant who breaks a lease by breaking rules listed on the lease.
What happens when a landlord asks a tenant to vacate?
If there is no lease involved, and there are no violations of the terms of the lease or agreement, the landlord has to give at least 30 days of notice before the next rent is due, for the tenant to vacate the premises. If there is a lease involved and there are no violations of the terms of the lease, the landlord must wait until the end of the lease term in order to ask tenant to vacate the premises. If the tenant does not vacate the premises after proper notice is given that the landlord must initiate eviction proceedings to force the tenant out
Can a tenant dreak a lease if tenant has bankruptcy?
No.
Can you break an apartment lease in Louisiana if you are purchasing a home?
In Louisiana, there is no specific law allowing a tenant to break their apartment lease if they are purchasing a home. Generally, tenants are bound by the terms of their lease and may be responsible for paying rent until the lease ends or find a replacement tenant. However, it is advisable to review the lease agreement for any early termination clauses or negotiate with the landlord for an early release.
Can a landlord breake rental lease early without any reason?
Generally speaking, no. A landlord can only terminate a lease if the tenant violates the terms of it.
Is it illegal to spend tenants security deposit for unpaid rent if tenants left early?
No, normally you can spend the money. If a tenant terminates a lease early the landlord can keep the security deposit and sue the tenant for loss if the unit is not re-rented by the time the lease would have expired.
If a tenant breaks a commercial lease due to a failed business attempt is there any consideration given the subcontractor who made extensive leasehold improvements and has not been paid for them?
In most cases, the tenant is responsible for the lease obligations, including leasehold improvements. If the tenant breaks the lease and fails to pay for the improvements, the subcontractor may have options to recover their payment. They can potentially take legal action against the tenant for unpaid work or file a lien on the property to secure their claim. An attorney specializing in commercial lease disputes can provide more specific advice based on the circumstances.
