How to Fire a landlord

[Bret Kennedy]

I am currently in a lease with a tenant and landlord in Richmond VA. I have not been happy with the landlord. The tenant had been late 3 months in a row and after a large argument with the landlord I want to fire them. They have put in a pay or quit notice to the court which is scheduled for 15th this month.

I have asked him to release me from the lease so I can take care of the property myself. He said after the tenants are evicted.

I’m happy to work with the tenants but want nothing to do with him.

What are my options ?