An installment contract is a single contract that is completed by a series of performances –such as payments, performances of a service, or delivery of goods–rather than being performed all at one time. Installment contracts can provide that installments are to be performed by either one or both parties .
So, can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? In short, yes. However, breaking a contract cannot happen for no reason. Landlords have the right to terminate the agreement if there is a breach of contract.
New York residents should know that lease-to-own, rent-to-own and land installment contracts may violate New York laws and regulations regarding fair lending, mortgage protections, interest rates, habitability, property condition and/or real property disclosures.
So, can a landlord break a rent-to-own contract? In short, yes. However, breaking a contract cannot happen for no reason. Landlords have the right to terminate the agreement if there is a breach of contract.