What is the notice period for a tacitly extended business contract?

Questioner

I am a self-employed person and have had a (business) contract with an administration office for a year and a half. The contract was tacitly extended after a year. I want to stop with this accountant, but he says that I also have to complete the second year until July 2024, and there is also a three-month notice period. This is stated in the terms of the contract. My question is whether, according to the law, I am not allowed to cancel such a tacitly extended contract on a monthly basis after the first year, or am I obliged to complete the year?

Lawyer

Business contracts generally have a different set of rules than consumer contracts. In many cases, business-to-business contracts are somewhat more flexible and there is more room for negotiation and input in setting up the terms. If it concerns a tacitly renewed business contract, we must look at the conditions as laid down in the contract. In this case, you state that there is a notice period of three months. Furthermore, there is a tacit renewal for one year. It is true that certain contracts, specifically in consumer affairs, can be terminated monthly after a fixed period. However, this is not always applied so strictly in business agreements. Legally, there is no hard-and-fast rule that states that a business contract can always be terminated on a monthly basis after tacit renewal. The legislation surrounding these types of contracts often leaves room for a certain interpretation and can depend heavily on the specific terms and conditions included in the contract. It is advisable to study the exact terms of the contract thoroughly. If you find any contradictions or ambiguities, it would be a good idea to seek legal advice to ensure that your rights are protected as best as possible. It may be wise to contact a lawyer or attorney specializing in contract law to consider further steps in this matter.' ---------------- Stichting Rechtswinkel.nl is a national organization with students and volunteers. The above advice is based on limited information and may be incomplete or even incorrect for your situation. Always consult a lawyer or attorney for your further steps. Read disclaimer: https://rechtswinkel.nl/disclaimer I would like to invite you to rate the above answer so that we can learn from your response.