Can a landlord terminate a year lease? (to allow a house hacker to move in)

[Benjamin Sulka]

Hey BP,

New investor looking for my first deal. I found a really solid duplex opportunity to house hack but the property has existing leases through December of 2024.

I am looking to buy and move into a property in the next 2-3 months. 

Is it possible for an owner to terminate one of his existing leases to allow a new owner to move into the property? Really trying to see if there is anything I could work out here. 

I don't know what I don't know and would really love some insight on this. 

Thanks so much!

-Ben, aspiring multifamily house hacker