Breaking lease early

[Todd F.]

I currently have tenants who came to me and asked if they could break their 1 year lease early. I do not mind because they have been in the house since I bought it over a year ago and I would like to do some renovations and raise the rent. I am wondering what type of paperwork I should have them sign, so that I am covered. Thanks for any info.

[Kyle J.]

Todd, it would be a good idea to have them give you a written notice of their intent to move and specify what date they will turn possession back over to you.