Brandon, FL asked in Landlord - Tenant for Ohio

Q: When should a tenant be told that their leases would not be renewed? Should leases be amended with my signature?

I am purchasing a duplex that is rented. I do not plan to renew the leases, which will end 90days after purchase. I know I have to honor current leases, but when should renters be notified of new landlord and payment information.

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Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
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  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: If the lease does not specify when a notice must be given that a lease will not be renewed, then if landlord wants tenants to move out on time at lease expiration, then the more notice is given, the more likely they will. If they don't, an eviction can take several weeks to get them out. Any amendment to a lease must be in writing signed by both landlord and tenant. So if a lease is still in effect, rent cannot be raised unless tenant agrees. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local real estate attorney to review the leases and advise.

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