Does this void our leasing contract?

Question

Hello,

My wife and I moved into a condo on February 25, 2008. Around July 24, 2008 our landlord put a real estate sign on the lawn to try to sell the condo. We have had many run-ins with him and would like to terminate the contract with some legal advice.

In our lease contract it states “Landlord or Landlord’s agent may display “For Sale” or “For Rent” or “Vacancy” or similar signs on or about the Premises and enter to show the Premises to prospective tenants during the last (60) days of this Lease.” Because he has posted a sign and there are 6 months left in the lease contract, does that void the contract? We have taken photos of the sign and can get them notarized if that would help void our contract. We want to just move and be done with our crazy landlord.

Answer 1

I doubt it, without taking legal action and spending money, which wouldn't be worth the time, and still may not lead to a voiding of the contract.  You could scare him with a lawyer if you want to, see if he can negotiate a release from the lease.  But that will cost money.  Instead, spend the six months preparing to move, saving money, finding the right place, doin it right, so to speak.  Six months goes very fast on a relatively major issue like moving.  Have fun with it, rather than looking for ways to "win" a battle with an idiot.

Answer 2

From a lawyer. From this stand point it seems the contract has been breached. Seems to me he's pushing you out? If you still have 4 months to stay and dont wish to let him sell it then bring a lawyer and confront the landlord. But in reality theres nothing you can do unless someone is moving in and have boughht the property while your still on the land.

Answer 3

You need to contact a lawyer on this issue.

Answer 4

I really need to know which state you live for me to answer your question properly.

Best of luck.

Answer 5

The landlord is well within his legal right. The contract has not been breached, so you have no recourse. I own a legal referral business and normally, these are the type of people I go up against, but it sounds like their bases are covered. If legal counsel is a real lawyer, don't see how this contract is breached, unless they are showing people the inside of your condo without your authorization. If so, then it would be a breach. Give him a notice to vacate within 30 days and demand the return of your deposit.

Answer 6

GEt proper legal advice. Your landlord is not allowed to harrass you.