Asked by Anonymous
I signed a 12-month lease (Aug 2025 – Jul 2026). The tenancy agreement does not have any early termination or diplomatic clause. Due to personal reasons, I need to move out early.
• I already agreed to let the landlord keep my deposit.
• Initially, they only asked me to cover the agent fee , which I was unacceptable at first but willing to pay.
• Later, they increased their demand to 3 months’ rent + agent fee
• The agreement was so grey area, it does not mention any penalties or agent fee reimbursement if I end early.
When I refused to pay for 3 months’ rent, the property agent threatened me by saying things like:
• “If go to court, you think who are the winner?”
• “Landlord will go to your school and complain that will make you so bad.”
This feels unprofessional and intimidating.
My questions are:
1. Since the contract does not state anything about early termination penalties, can the landlord suddenly impose these extra charges?
2. Am I legally obligated to pay beyond forfeiting my deposit?
3. Are such threats by the agent considered acceptable conduct?
Would really appreciate advice or if anyone has gone through a similar case.
• I already agreed to let the landlord keep my deposit.
• Initially, they only asked me to cover the agent fee , which I was unacceptable at first but willing to pay.
• Later, they increased their demand to 3 months’ rent + agent fee
• The agreement was so grey area, it does not mention any penalties or agent fee reimbursement if I end early.
When I refused to pay for 3 months’ rent, the property agent threatened me by saying things like:
• “If go to court, you think who are the winner?”
• “Landlord will go to your school and complain that will make you so bad.”
This feels unprofessional and intimidating.
My questions are:
1. Since the contract does not state anything about early termination penalties, can the landlord suddenly impose these extra charges?
2. Am I legally obligated to pay beyond forfeiting my deposit?
3. Are such threats by the agent considered acceptable conduct?
Would really appreciate advice or if anyone has gone through a similar case.
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