What to do if a roommate of mine moved out almost a year ago but didn’t sign himself off the lease?
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What to do if a roommate of mine moved out almost a year ago but didn’t sign himself off the lease?
My apartment’s previous company said it wouldn’t be a problem and he’d be removed at the end of the lease. My apartment’s new company says that he must sign if we want to renew or cancel our lease. He now lives in another state and also owes us money. He is taking his sweet time to sign the form. What can I do to get him to sign the form and perhaps get our money that he owes us?
Asked on October 16, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Arizona
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You cannot force your former roommate to do something he does not want to do. With respect to the renewal of your lease for the unit you have, simply have a new lease agreement drawn up.
As to money owed, I would write the former roommate for payment by a set date. If the date comes and goes without payment, then small claims court seems to be your option.
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