Full question:
My brother is currently renting a condo in which he can no longer pay. He looked over his lease and doesn't see any buy out clause or anything regarding the termination of the lease. Would he still be held liable for the rent for the remaining months if he does not have the option to buy out?
- Category: Landlord Tenant
- Subcategory: Lease Termination
- Date:
- State: Florida
Answer:
In general, if your brother's lease does not include a buyout clause or termination provisions, he may still be held responsible for paying rent for the remaining months of the lease. According to Florida law, if a tenant fails to pay rent, the landlord can terminate the rental agreement after providing a written demand for payment (Fla. Stat. § 83.56). This means that unless there are specific provisions allowing for an early termination or buyout, he could be liable for the rent until the lease ends.
Additionally, if he vacates the premises without the landlord's consent, the landlord has the option to either treat the lease as terminated or hold him responsible for the rent until the unit is re-rented (Fla. Stat. § 83.595). The landlord is required to make reasonable efforts to re-rent the unit, and any rent collected from a new tenant would be deducted from what your brother owes.
It's important for your brother to review his lease carefully and consider discussing his situation with a legal professional for tailored advice.
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