Re: Can landlord break unsigned lease before move-in?

Re: Can landlord break unsigned lease before move-in? by Anonymous on July 22, 2014 @15:59

You should have manned up right from the start and told these folks that the property would not be available until the 20th, since that's what you agreed to. (I bet you were chasing that extra rent money for the double-paid days from the 20th to the 30th.) When they said they'd be moving in on the 19th, your response should have been "No." End of discussion. Did you give them a key? If not, they'll have a tough time breaking into the rental on the 19th--you can call the police and have them arrested if they try. Just call or write them that the rental will be available on the 20th as agreed and you will meet them at XX time on that date at the property to hand over keys. If you already gave them keys, oh well. Cancel the cleaning and let them just move in on it as-is.

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Re: Can landlord break unsigned lease before move-in? by MP (MA) on July 22, 2014 @16:28	[ Reply ]

Thank you to everyone for your expertise and comments. This has been a learning experience; first and foremost to never lighten up on anything because a potential tenant seems decent. I now realize how lucky I have been with my previous tenants. These tenants have no key. Double rent - I don't do that...I return that portion of the rent to the tenant who is leaving early - hence, no benefit to me for them to move in early, or for any of this hassle. Thanks again.

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