What can I do if my landlord allowed by roommate to remove himself from our lease and move out?
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What can I do if my landlord allowed by roommate to remove himself from our lease and move out?
I signed a lease with a roommate, and during our lease, she moved. I got new roommates and we all went to the office and removed the old roommate and added the new. Right before our lease ended with the new roommate, he moved out unexpectedly. I was finally able to get a copy of my lease and it shows where the new roommates name was just crossed out on the lease and I was then stuck by myself. Since then, the property has been sold and uses a different management company, as well as all new staff. What can I do?
Asked on March 5, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Texas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You need to ascertain if the landlord initialled the cross out of your former roommate's name on the lease. If he did, then you have a good chance of arguing that you are only responsible for your share of the lease as opposed to the entire portion.
I also suggest that you consult with your landlord face to face about the situation concerning your former roommate and get a revised agreement between you and your landlord about the lease. You might consider consulting with a landlord tenant attorney further about the situation with your landlord as well.
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