Can a landlord increase tenant costs mid lease without agreement?

Full question:

Can a landlord add additional cost to tenant mid lease without mutual agreement.

  • Category: Landlord Tenant
  • Subcategory: Lease Payments
  • Date:
  • State: Missouri

Answer:

A landlord cannot increase rent mid-lease unless the lease specifically allows it. If the lease is month-to-month, the landlord can change the rent for the next month, but this requires proper notice to the tenant.

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FAQs

You can add someone to your lease mid-lease, but you typically need the landlord's approval. Check your lease agreement for any specific clauses about adding tenants. If the landlord agrees, it may require a formal amendment to the lease.