Can I sell my former roommate’s property if she broke our lease contract and still owes rent?
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Can I sell my former roommate’s property if she broke our lease contract and still owes rent?
My roommate moved out over a month ago and left some stuff behind and also owes rent. Her stuff is here cluttering up the apartment and she’s lied several times about coming to get it.
Asked on July 27, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Tennessee
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
No, you can not. And if you do it could be seen as "conversion" under the law and you could be sued for its value. Is she on the original lease or a sub tenant to you? You need to speak with some one about establishing your rights here to sue her for money that you will be liable for either way to the landlord. Good luck.
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