If my lease stated that I had to give 60 notice but after it expired on went month-to-month, how much notice do I need to give now?
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If my lease stated that I had to give 60 notice but after it expired on went month-to-month, how much notice do I need to give now?
I’m a residential renter looking to terminate my tenancy. My original lease has been up for quite a while, at which point I chose to pay month-to-month at a higher cost rather than sign another lease term. My original lease stated that I must provide 60 days notice prior to termination, however since I am a month to month renter now, is that applicable? State law seems to state that only 30 days is needed if you are a month-to-month renter.Additionally, I do not pay late fees on my rent until 3 days after the end of the month. As a result, I have not yet paid the rent this month. I am getting ready to make payment right now. Is this going to hurt my chances to terminate since it is the 1st?
Asked on July 1, 2015 under Real Estate Law, Missouri
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Your month-to-month tenancy requires thirty days written notice in order to be terminated.
The thirty day period starts counting from the date you give written notice.
Paying your rent after the first of the month will not affect giving your thirty day notice of termination.
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