Moving house can be very stressful. We’re here to put your mind at rest and make the process easier. These are answers to questions we’re often asked.
How much notice do I need to give to end the tenancy?
The period of notice depends on whether the term of your tenancy is a fixed-term or periodic tenancy. You can find this information in your Tenancy Agreement, or please feel free to contact your Property Manager.
What happens if I move out before my fixed-term tenancy expires?
A fixed-term tenancy can’t be terminated before the term is complete unless both parties agree.
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What happens if I move out before my periodic notice tenancy expires?
Generally, a tenant must give a landlord at least 21 days written notice when they want to end the tenancy. A landlord may allow a tenant to give shorter notice. This should be stated in writing.
If a tenancy started on or after 11 February 2021 and expires on or before 30 April 2025, the tenant will still be required to provide 28 days notice.
For fixed term tenancies that expire on or after 1 May 2025, the new law will apply.
What happens if the landlord wants to end my periodic tenancy?
Landlords can terminate a periodic tenancy with ‘no cause’ by providing 90 days’ notice.
Landlords can end a periodic tenancy with 42 days’ notice if:
- the owner requires the premises for their principal place of residence or for one of their family members within 90 days of the tenancy ending and will remain living in the home for at least 90 days
- there is an unconditional agreement for the sale of the premises that requires vacant possession
- the property is required for occupation by employees or contractors of the landlord or by contractors. The property must usually be used or obtained for this purpose and this must be stated in the current tenancy agreement.
If a landlord gives a tenant notice to end the tenancy, then the tenant is entitled to continue possession of the property until the termination date. However, if the tenant chooses to move out sooner than that date, then they must still provide written notice to the landlord. Sometimes a landlord will not mind the tenant leaving earlier but this must be agreed between them in writing.
It’s nearing the end of my fixed-term tenancy. What happens now?
If the fixed-term tenancy was signed before the law changed on 11 February 2021 and is for longer than 90 days, the tenancy will automatically become a periodic tenancy when it ends.
If the landlord or the tenant doesn’t want it to become a periodic tenancy, they need to give notice saying this. The notice must be given between 90 and 21 days before the expiry date of the fixed term.
If the fixed-term tenancy was signed on or after 11 February 2021 and is for longer than 90 days, the tenancy will automatically become a periodic tenancy when it ends.
I’ve gotten a new flatmate during the term of my tenancy. What do I do?
Your new flatmate will need to complete an application form and supply references that meet our approval. We need to add them to both the tenancy agreement and the bond form. If a departing flatmate needs their bond back, you will need to arrange this and there is a charge for the transfer. Please contact your property manager before your new flatmate moves in and for any other help you may need.
Your final inspection
Once you have completely finished moving all your belongings, the property has been cleaned and the keys have been handed back, your property manager will complete the final property inspection. If there is anything your property manager needs to discuss with you, they will be in contact. For example, you may be asked to complete additional cleaning or garden work to our satisfaction before your bond is returned.
Property viewings
If you have given notice to vacate the property we ask that you give us access to show prospective tenants around. Of course we will always give you notice and arrange a time to suit you. A property manager will always attend any viewings to show prospective tenants around the property.
