Is Getting Another Job Out Of State A Valid Reason To Break An Apartment Lease?
I have to re-new my apartment lease. Not saying that I’m planning on breaking my lease, (or leaving my current job), but it is possible. 12 months is a long time, and I don’t want to feel like I’m trapped…basically I want to keep my options open. Should I just ask the landlord, or is there something I can add (in writing) to the lease before I sign it that addresses this concern of mine?
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No. And I’m pretty sure no landlord would allow you to break the lease with no penalty. You might try to negotiate the penalty when you renew, as in ” There is a possibility that I will be moving out of state for a job before the lease is up. Since I’ve lived here and been a solid tenant, is it possible to exit the lease early with enough advance notice and/or by paying a smaller penalty? It never hurts to ask, and if they agree, add it to the lease agreement or get a separate letter stating as such. But you will not be able to just add it to the lease yourself.
A much better job in a different state might be worth breaking a lease for, but I wonder if you have the option of renting on a month-to-month basis; this generally costs more but might save your “reputation” and your deposit. I doubt they’ll allow you to add a disclaimer or whatever to the lease before you sign. Talk to management and see what’s available.
Yeah. If you feel something can come up. A year flies. When you are signing a lease a year seems long off but once you are living there it goes really fast. So I would just ask about his rules regarding this. Some landlords let you have a month to month lease after the first lease expires.
It could be. Talk to your landlord and provide documentation. If all else fails, consult a Real Estate Attorney.
No, it’s not a valid reason to get out of a lease.
Speak with your landlord and try to work something out. Maybe your could pay an extra month’s rent, etc.
Good luck.