What should I do if my landlord is trying to terminate my lease when I am not in substantial violation of its terms?

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I rent 2 rooms & bathroom in a homeowner's residence. I signed a 6 month lease and my landlord is trying to terminate it after 3 months- I was verbally told last night I have 30 days. I am not in substantial violation of my lease and he cited differences in personalities and having to talk to me about issues (i.e locking deadbolt, turning off lights, and turning off a space heater when not in the room) and that he just doesn't know what he is going to have to talk to me about next. At this point I'd rather move but I am wondering if I am entitled to compensation or an expedited return on my security deposit since he is terminating the lease. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

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Christopher Leroi ·
Don't let the landlord bully you and try to evict you and fight him on this. It does not sound like there is a substantial violation from what you are describing. I would hire an attorney. Although I have handled these cases frequently, I oftentimes refer cases to Mr. Eby.
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Donald Corky EbyReal Estate AttorneyCastle Rock, CO ·
if you have a term lease which as not expired and you are not in breach of any of the terms of the lease your landlord cannot unilaterally terminate your lease. Even if you are in breach he would need to evict you through the judicial process if you do not agree or simply refuse to leave. However, if he wants you to leave and you are willing to leave the the issues of compensation and security deposit return are items upon which you can bargain to create mutually acceptable terms upon which you would relinquish possession. Good Luck,
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