What to do if I relocated due to losing my job and had to give my landlord notice?
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What to do if I relocated due to losing my job and had to give my landlord notice?
I gave my landlord notice. She stated that I had to find a new tenant myself to get out of my lease. I advertised and had a few inquiries. When I referred them to the management company they said the rent was higher than what I advertised. I paid an additional month of rent while the property was vacant now they are trying to collect more money. It’s not fair to me that they expect me to pay additional rent when they are telling people the rent is more than what I paid and advertised. Is this legal, they sent me a certified letter.
Asked on December 20, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Florida
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
What you have written is improepr by the management company. I suggest that you sublet the unit you are obligated to rent and get a tenant in there to cover the rent that you are obligated under. I would advise the property management company in writing of your intent.
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