When does Lease end ?

[Cymraeg]

Hi All, long time no speak....been busy. This may seem an obvious question,but....... I put my notice to end AST lease for middle of next month(eg 14th). As things have zoomed along it looks like I'll be able to get out by start of next month(1st or 2nd). When I hand in the keys and give the final meter readings is that the end of the lease ? or will it be when I originally intended in my letter ? (even tho the property will be empty). Just wondering so that I'll have a starting point for the "ten days from end of lease" scenario. May be obvious but tired from moving and not thinking straight. TIA.

[MrShed]

Hey hey C.

 

What 10 days from end of lease scenario?

 

It is a good question by the way. I would consider the TENANCY to be ended once you return the keys(as long as they keys are accepted by the landlord, in so much its considered a surrender), but not neccessarily the contract - i.e. rent is still payable.

[Cymraeg]

Once I've paid my last month's rent it will take me to middle of next month,so not an issue really(due next week). Just wanted a starting point for any possible aggrivation following return of deposit. They(LA) have ignored my letters in the past so I can throw "Ten days since end of lease and you haven't replied" etc. Not that I want a fight,anything but. It's just so I know where to start if I have to. Thanks for the prompt response.

[MrShed]

From that point of view especially, I would say it goes from the date that you return possession of the property - i.e. when you return the keys

[Cymraeg]

Thanks MrShed. Here's hoping it all goes smoothly