Q: I own a business and I’m behind a couple months on rent. My landlord is giving me 2 options: don’t pay him anything and
Leave, or pay him what I’m behind and he will move me to a different store. He’s not giving me the option to pay and stay.. ( my neighbor wants to expand) can he break my lease if I pay him? Or will he owe me for breaking the lease?
A: The answers to your questions depend on very specific facts that are not provided here, such as the precise terms of your lease, and the remedies for defaulting on the lease. That being the case, I highly recommend organizing your lease and anything else that is relevant to this matter, and consulting with an attorney immediately. A knowledgeable attorney will review your lease and specific facts that make this situation unique, and will advise as to your options moving forward. I would recommend acting quickly, as you may already be in default under the lease if you are behind on payments.
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