I'm moving at the end of the month and my landlord has still not approved my replacement.

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I'm starting to panic. My replacement has sent in her paperwork two weeks ago and she still hasn't received the approval and lease to sign. I've emailed twice and cc'd the top management, I've texted my landlord and I've called and left a voicemail and got in contact with the receptionist who said 'my manager isn't here right now I'll tell him you called.' I don't know what else to do. Is this legal? If they don't approve her I'm worried I don't have enough time to find a replacement and I surely cant afford two apartments right now. Anyone have good advice?

ebowen · Answer

Check with a local renters rights/advocacy group or nonprofit to find out what applicable laws are in your area for this situation. They can also sometimes help with mediation between you and your landlord. You can also check your state's tenants rights website (often on the attorney general's website for your state). Also it's always good to know your rights!

Anonymous · Answer

It sounds to me like you are saying your in a shared rental and you have found a replacement tenant to take over your part of the lease.

If that is true then you are on the hook until the lease ends unless there is a clause that allows you to break the lease.  If there is a clause in the lease that says the landlord must approve replacement tenants within a certain period then hopefully you are within that period and you will get your answer.   You are also right to worry that the replacement person might not be approved.  If they are not approved, and you are on the lease, then you are liable for the rent until a suitable replacement can be found.

Sometimes, however, landlords are good people and understand that this stuff happens.  Sometimes they will work with you to figure things out.  It might cost you something but maybe not as much.

Another trick, when calling the landlord, ask the secretary when he/she will return.  If they don't have an answer then ask 'what is a good time to call so that I can reach them?'   Make the secretary your friend, they know things and can help you!

I'm moving at the end of the month and my landlord has still not approved my replacement.

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