07. Determining the end date of the lease
To determine the end date of your lease, you can refer to the lease agreement or lease document provided by your landlord or property management company. The end date of the lease, also known as the lease term or lease expiry date, should be clearly stated within the lease document.
Here are steps you can take to find the end date of your lease:
| Review your lease agreement | Start by locating your lease agreement, which is the legal document that outlines the terms and conditions of your leasehold arrangement. This document should have been provided to you when you initially leased the property. |
| Check for lease term | Look for a section in the lease agreement that specifies the duration of the lease term. This section may be titled "Term of Lease," "Lease Period," or something similar. The lease term will typically include the start date and the end date of the lease. |
| Note the expiry date | Once you have located the lease term section, identify the end date of the lease, which is when the lease term expires. This date indicates the point at which your leasehold ownership of the property ends, and the property reverts to the landlord or freeholder. |
| Contact your landlord or property manager | If you are unable to locate your lease agreement or if the document does not clearly specify the end date of the lease, you can contact your landlord or property management company for clarification. They should be able to provide you with the necessary information regarding the end date of your lease. |
| Seek legal advice | If you encounter any difficulties or uncertainties regarding the end date of your lease, consider seeking legal advice from a qualified solicitor or legal advisor specialising in property law. They can review your lease agreement, clarify any ambiguities, and provide guidance on your rights and obligations as a leaseholder. |