Community contributors: 老以, 昆哥, 玉兰
Summary
Key Points
Why it matters: 租房市场上常有租客在租期内因购入自住房而要求提前解约。明确房东与租客在此时的法律权责，能避免租金流失，并确保转租服务费等合规成本由过错方承担。
在澳洲住宅租赁法律框架下，即使租客在合同期间购买了自住房，也无权单方面提前无条件中止法定的固定期限租约。租客若想搬离，合规做法是寻找合适的承租人进行“租约转让（Lease Transfer）”。在此期间，原租约依然有效，且转租产生的合理中介转约服务费应由原租客全额承担，而非由房东买单。
Practical Takeaway
Use this note as a practical prompt before making decisions. Check the rules in your state, keep written records, and seek qualified advice where needed.
Disclaimer
This note is edited by APOA from community discussions with private details removed where possible. It is general information only and is not legal, tax, financial, or property management advice.