So, my fiance and I cant get out of our lease for another 3 months. But, we've already found a new apartment to live in, we are moving in 2 weeks. We are going to continue to pay the current landlord his rent, for the rest of the lease term. We dont want him to charge us for a whole bunch of other things, such as cleaning(which doesnt need to be done), advertising( which is expensive), etc. So, we are going to pretend like I left my fiance and he's living in the old apartment alone. We want to leave as little as possible behind in the old apartment. Is this idea ok as long as we keep the utilities on? Im just afraid that if we are up front with the landlord he's going to try to charge us for all kinds of things, as the lease says he can, and he's not the nicest guy.
2007-08-30 01:44:02 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
As long as you pay the rent for the remainder of the lease, the place is yours and he can't advertise it for rent until the end of the lease. Because you are keeping to the terms of the lease, he cannot charge you for advertising that he has no business doing and, for that matter, you don't even need to tell him that you are not living there for those 3 months as long as the rent is paid. Make sure you give the appropriate notice that you intend to move (usually 30 days) just before the lease ends.
2007-08-30 01:51:53 · answer #1 · answered by remowlms 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its only 3 months, I wouldnt worry about it. Keep the utilities on and in your name and go back and check on the place everynow and then. Make sure you give him adequate notice though when you do decide to let him know your gone ( like a 30 day notice,ect. whatevers in your lease) I am a leasing agent and as long as our tenants continue paying rent and utilities then they are fine even if they move out before the end of their lease. He will only be able to charge you if you move without telling him and then fail to pay the remaining rent, also he might try and keep your security deposit. Make sure you take pictures of the place after you get your stuff out so you can acurately document what condition you left it in, in case he disputes anything. Make sure you get reciepts for the remaining months rent as well. Good luck and enjoy your new home!
2007-08-30 01:51:49 · answer #2 · answered by sweet girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you do move out take photos of every room every wall, floors etc. You want evidence of the condition of the apartment so he cannot keep the security deposit. Which he can keep if you do not prove you left it in excellent condition.
Have the photos developed that day for the dated evidence.
Leave it spotles, immaculate, perfect.
If you leave utilities on how will you get them in the new place?
I would say you are OK as long as you pay out your lease.
Check on it at least 3 or 4 times a week. So no one tries to live there if they learn it is empty.
Good Luck, it could get tricky.
2007-08-30 01:59:17 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would say yes however if something was to happen you would be held responsible. When your lease is completely up make sure you take pictures of the entire appt. so the landlord cant say you left it a disaster. If all else fails see what an Attorney has to say about your situation. Good luck to both of you.
2007-08-30 01:58:37 · answer #4 · answered by bdgizzy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are being unfair with your landlord. You should follow the provisions in your lease agreement. Usually, landlords provide a provision for advance and deposit payments in lease agreement. If you have already paid for your advance deposits and you want to leave before the term indicated in the lease agreement, you have the option to leave but your deposits will be forfeited in favor of your landlord. Review the provisions of your your lease agreement and have the courtesy of telling your landlord about your plans to move out.
Honesty is the best policy.
2007-08-30 01:54:01 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Why would he charge you for these things now and not do it when the lease terminates?
Tell him you're moving out and will continue to pay the rent on time but that if he'd like to rent it out now, assuming that he'll be able to charge more in rent, you're willing to end your lease early. You'll save yourself some money.
2007-08-30 01:59:43 · answer #6 · answered by Oh Boy! 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
He wont get his deposit decrease back for leaving early. be valuable to touch your landlord and enable them to appreciate he has moved out. then you definately would desire to alter all the utilities over into your call. he will maximum probable have them became off quickly yet he would be in charge for those costs in his call.
2016-10-17 07:06:29 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd do just what you are thinking of doing. As long as your still paying the rent on the unit they can't do anything to you. Good luck in your new home.
2007-08-30 02:00:37 · answer #8 · answered by IamwhatIam♥♥♥♥♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO, date stamp it, or take pictures. This won't be expected by the landlord and if he tries to keep any of your money, you have proof that the place was in good condition.
2007-08-30 01:55:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋