- Been in the same landlords apartments last 4 years, 4x 12 month contracts, I pay rent in full on first day of the tenancy start, landlord fixes stuff (but I only ever required a boiler pump and after 4 years new washing machine).

- I am doing some stuff with my brother in the EU because I have a UK passport now so we are doing a joint investment in the EU as we can leverage some dumb foreign investor loophole tax break

- Because of the above + I am changing jobs so I will be moving to a different location (for commuting etc) in London in October. My tenancy expires on 5th June.

- Landlord says he wants another contract for 12 months from June 2024 till 2025 with a reasonable hike (still slightly below market rate).

- I told him I can pay him right now the new rate in advance for the 4 months extra I need but I can't do 12 months.

- He said insurance, mortgage and shieeet so he must sign for 12 months.

- I said we can do a break clause after 4 months if it keeps the formals.

- He said he can't do that. I told him I am leaving. He asked me where would I be going when 4 months it is difficult to get a contract.

- I told him AirBnB or a motel with an internet connection. I live out of a backpack and a large suitcase so I am flexible and will still be profitable (I need to appear at the office otherwise I will just go live with my brother's and pay him rent).

- He has tried to call me 2x since my last response. I think he all of a sudden probably wants the 4 month deal because he is outside the country himself and he told me way before me he has dealt with some really dodgy tenants.

- He insisted on the 12 month boxing in a bit too much. I am thinking of coming back to him that I will still do the 4m but not at the new rate. Even reduced compared to what it is now.

What do you need advice on?

There is no question in your post anywhere...