I would like to rent a house in Chiangmai but a one or even half year contract might be too long, which I heard is often the minimum rental period. Is one held to pay the rent until the last month or can one get the contract undone, in one way or another ? Any experiences ?

I would like to rent a house in Chiangmai but a one or even half year contract might be too long, which I heard is often the minimum rental period. Is one held to pay the rent until the last month or can one get the contract undone, in one way or another ? Any experiences ?

Don't sign a contract here unless you plan to honor it. Believe me, you do not want to be on the receiving end of a suit. It ain't like home.

Talk to your desired landlord. He might be flexible.

I think if you are honest and upfront about what you want, you're more likely to get what you want here, ime.