Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Maryland
Tenant Responsibilities
I am getting married and have just moved into my fiance's house. My lease was not up until 11-1-00. The landlords do not want to re-rent. They want to sell the house. They are wanting me to pay the balance of the lease. Am I legally obligated to since they will not be re-renting.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Tenant Responsibilities
The simple answer is yes. However, there are many different
factors that could come into play. First, what does your lease
allow for? Is it a month to month lease with the expiration date in
November? I would attempt to work something out first with the landlord.
If not, check with your local county government's office of law. Such may have
a special provision concerning breach of residential leases.
Re: Tenant Responsibilities
In residential leases in MD, the landlord has a duty to make reasonable efforts to mitigate damages. It may be possible and reasonable to rent for the summer or to sell sooner, so there may or may not be a duty to make such efforts.
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