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I moved negotiated a deal to with the pastor of a church which was discussed and accepted by his board to allow my business to teach martial arts classes. We never signed a lease I know this is bad. We’ve been in the facility for a little under a year. Earlier today he informed me that he’s had a change of heart and feels as though allowing us to continue offering our classes would not be staying true to God. He then said we have until the end of the month. Does he have to give me 30 days written notice or even 30 days notice?
Asked on August 10, 2016 under Real Estate Law, Indiana
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
A handshake deal is an oral (not written) lease. An oral lease is a month to month lease. He does have to give you a month's notice before terminating the lease; you will get at least 30 days from when he gave you the notice to move out. Of course, it may not be worthwhile potentially getting embroiled in litigation over a few extra days.
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