Can I void a pre-signed lease without penalty or credit damage if the current lease hasn’t ended ?
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Can I void a pre-signed lease without penalty or credit damage if the current lease hasn’t ended ?
If I pre-signed the upcoming years lease last week prior to the current lease ending but I now need to move due to circumstances beyond my control; I’m being laid off. Can I void that pre-signed lease since my current lease hasn’t ended without any penalty or damage to my credit?
Asked on April 24, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Georgia
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. Many times a new tenant will sign a lease prior to the expiration of the lease of the tenant presently occupying the apartment. It is legal and does not render either lease invalid. Unless you have a legal reason to terminate then you are stuck with the contract that you have signed. What I would do is to contact the landlord asap and see if he or she can re rent the premises prior to the 1st with out any losses. Also, I would see if the lease allows you to sublet and try that if the landlord will not void the lease. Good luck.
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