Q: Can I be charged double rent for my Apartmrnt during my Lease term even if I am paying my rent on time
I have leased an apartment from Sep 2015 to Aug 2016. I wanted to break the lease. and I know I will be responsible for rent till my lease end or some one re-rent it. I gave 60 days notice to vacate on Oct 28, 2015. My plan is if someone come to rent it I will vacate by Dec 28, 2015. Otherwise I will continue to stay.
My Apartment office sent me a notice saying I need to vacate by that date even if no one rented it. I am still responsible for rent till end of my lease term which is Aug 2016. If I dont vacate the unit they can say it "HoldOver and ask me to pay double rent.
Why shouldn't I continue to stay till my lease end, If no one re-rent it?
Thanks
Kumar
A: I suggest you give me a call. I would like to help you but I will need to confirm some facts with you first. The consultation is free.
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