He has been in for only two months. By clause in lease, he is responsible to pay monthly until a new tenant takes over.
He cites the area as too noisy. I feel bad, have never had complaints in 20 years. Want him to be happy. Offered sound proofing etc. but he wants to leave at zero cost to him.
I am willing to waive any “penalty” fees as long as there is no interruption in rent. but I just spent a brokers fee and additional advertising fees and credit check fees to acquire him.
He says he cannot afford any of that but will post the apartment on socials and give viewings.
I am of course willing to also search but I am not willing to afford another brokers fee or credit checks, which are necessary even without a broker, and can be multiple sometimes to find a qualified tenant. (Scammers in this region) Not to mention the time involved in vetting again.
And so is it fair/legal to tell him that if he is not willing to cover the expenses involved in finding a new tenant then he cannot break his lease?