Broker's Commission for Lease Termination with Lessor's Consent

mini_cooper_manda

Hi!
We will not complete our contract period because we are migrating. We were able to find another family who wants to continue the lease. Note that the lessor/owner said he's ok for us to end the contract (no penalty) as long as there's someone to rent the place when we leave. Instead of a sublease, it will be a direct lease between the owner and the new tenants. The broker will help with the paperwork. He is asking for commission from us.

Is this the way it's usually done? I have no clue, wld be great to know who shld shoulder the commission.

Buildeee

It makes sense to shelter a portion of the commission with the new tenant, while you are required to give 30 to 90 days notice depending on your leasing contract.

And the landlord agreed to end the contract without penalty (just because of another new tenant took your spot and granted you the convenience); while the new tenant (or the broker) actually helped you save 1_2months rental "penalty" and the new tenant also take the risk of any potential damage/issues that you might cause, while you successfully claim back the security deposit; and exit the contract.
It seems reasonable to split the commission with the new tenant.