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What is an Lease Termination Letter?

A lease termination letter to a landlord is a formal written notice a tenant uses to tell their landlord that they do not plan to renew their lease, or that they intend to end the lease early and move out. Giving the landlord this letter allows them to arrange a new tenant and ensures that the current tenant is complying with all of the terms in the lease. A typical lease termination letter to a landlord includes:

  • Tenant’s name and contact information
  • Landlord’s names and contact details
  • Property address
  • Date the tenant plans to move out
  • Reason for termination of the lease
  • Forwarding address for return of security deposit  
  • Tenant’s signature and date

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