Let a tenant know that their lease is up for good: Lease Termination Letter
What is a Lease Termination Letter?
A Lease Termination Letter is a formal notice provided by a landlord to a tenant, informing them that their current lease or rental agreement will not be renewed. Lease Termination Letters are important for landlords to comply with state laws regarding notice requirements, which vary by state but commonly require a 30-day notice period.
The Lease Termination Letter should clearly communicate the termination date and any relevant details about the move-out process, such as the condition in which the rental unit should be left and the return of the security deposit. Additionally, the letter may include a statement notifying the tenants that the landlord may pursue legal action, such as eviction, if they do not vacate the property by the end of the lease.
Providing a Lease Termination Letter helps set the expectations for the tenant to vacate the premises and establishes a timeline for the move-out process. Make sure to provide this notice in a timely manner to ensure compliance with state laws and a smooth transition for all parties involved.
Note: If you are a tenant, use a Tenant's Notice to Terminate Tenancy instead.
When to use a Landlord's Notice of Non-Renewal:
- You are a landlord and want to end a monthly rental agreement.
- You are a landlord and do not want to extend or renew a lease agreement.
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NOTICE OF NON-RENEWAL OF LEASE
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TO TENANT(S) AND ALL OTHERS IN POSSESSION OF THE PREMISES LOCATED AT:
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the lease under which you hold possession of the above described property will terminate pursuant to its own terms on and will not be renewed for a new term, nor allowed to be converted to a month-to-month tenancy. Please do not tender any money that will pay rent beyond the end of the term. Please further be advised that any money tendered, if accepted, will have been accepted in error and will be returned.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that you are required to surrender the premises to upon the termination date. Please return the premises in the same condition as you found it upon move-in, normal wear and tear excepted. Furthermore, you are required to return all keys upon vacating the premises. Failure to vacate the premises on or before the termination date will result in legal proceedings against you to recover possession of said premises.
LANDLORD RESERVES ALL THE RIGHTS AND REMEDIES PROVIDED UNDER THE RENTAL AGREEMENT AND UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF COMMONWEALTH OF INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR UNPAID RENT OR PROPERTY AND NOTHING IN THIS NOTICE MAY BE CONSTRUED AS A WAIVER OF SUCH RIGHTS AND REMEDIES.
| Dated: |
| By: | ______________________________ |
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Final Checklist for Notice of Non-Renewal of Lease
For:
Make It Legal
| _____ | Look over the notice to ensure it complies with the lease or rental agreement as well as any applicable state laws. |
| _____ | Sign and date the letter. |
| _____ | Make one copy for each tenant listed in the notice. |
| _____ | Deliver the notice and sign an Affidavit of Service or hire a certified process server to legally serve the tenant(s). Make sure the service of the notice complies with applicable state laws. Many states have specific service requirements that must be met for the notice to be legally effective. |
| _____ | If you have chosen to serve on your own behalf, create an Affidavit of Service at RocketLawyer.com upon completion of service. |
Copies
| * | Keep all original copies as well as a copy for your own records in case there is a problem. |
| * | Each tenant must receive their own copy of the eviction notice. |
Next Steps
1. If the tenants fail to leave the property when the lease expires, you can then create an Eviction Notice at RocketLawyer.com. An Eviction Notice is a legal notice, explaining to the tenant that if they do not vacate the property then legal proceedings will follow.
2. Please note: You may never forcibly evict a tenant without going through the formal tenant eviction process.
Additional Assistance
| * | If you are unsure or have questions regarding the eviction notice or need additional assistance with the eviction process, use Rocket Lawyer's "On Call" service to connect with a Real Estate attorney in your area to assist you in this matter. |
