What can I do to end my tenancy agreement?

[Emu2005]

Hi, I am on a fixed term tenancy agreement which expires in 6 months, but I wish to purchase a house, so could potentially leave in 2 months.

I know I am liable to pay rent until the end of the agreement or until a new tenant moves in. My concern is that the landlord won't try to get a new tenant, as they will just be happy getting rent for an empty flat for 4 months. I want to know what my legal rights are as to finding a replacement tenant myself. What are the rules around this? Or am I not allowed to do this and just have to hope that they find new tenants, although I find this a bit unfair.

I can't seem to find anything on the internet about my rights in this situation. Basically I just want to know if I can find a replacement tenant myself and the landlord has to accept them? Or in what conditions they would have to? Any advice appreciated!

[Greedyfly]

I would just be honest with your landlord and offer to help him find another tenant so that you can leave earlier. That way you are not leaving him in the lurch so to speak. And I am sure he will be grateful for someone else finding him a decent tenant than him having to spend the time doing it.

I would assume that the landlord doesn't have to accept any tenant they don't want. But as long as you help him find one that is suitable I can't see why there would be a problem. Unless your landlord isn't very amicable.

[bednobs]

the landlord dosen't have to accept anyone you put forward

[cassa333]

TBH if your landlord waits two months he is an idiot.

Depending on your area etc it isn't always easy finding good tenants quickly. It would be in his best interests to get a new one asap.

Put the feelers out about anyone looking for a place now to start the ball rolling.

Also it may be an extra expence you can't afford but if he is going to charge you regardless then you could use that time decorating and titivating your new place up!!!

[bushbaby_de]

Hi Emu, you have a contract with the landlord which finishes on a set date. He is not obliged to agree to someone else taking on that contract or cancelling your contract to start a new one with someone else. But if you have a chat with him you might find him amenable - after all he just wants someone to pay the rent and treat the place well.