What to do if my roommate moved out?
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What to do if my roommate moved out?
We’re both on the lease. Our rent is $2240 a month. There are 7 months left on the lease. The leasing office is saying we are equally responsible for payment. Is it even worth me trying to get what I’ve already paid in his behalf and what I will have to pay for the next 7 months?
Asked on October 18, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Since your roommate who was responsible for half of the rent of the unit simply left leaving you responsible for the total amount, I suggest that you do the following since there are seven months remaining on the lease:
1. sublet a portion of the unit where you end up getting a new roommate for the balance of the lease;
2. write the former roommate for monies that you have expended on his or her behalf with payment by a certain date. Keep a copy of the letter for future use and need.
3. if you do not receive payment by the due date, small claims court seems to be your recourse.
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