If we told our roommate that we needed to move in about 30 days but she left on day one, what rights do I have for the rent?
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If we told our roommate that we needed to move in about 30 days but she left on day one, what rights do I have for the rent?
We told her we all needed to be out by the1st of the month after next but she moved out on the 24th of this month and with no notice. We are all on the lease.
Asked on March 27, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
Answers:
Madan Ahluwalia / Ahluwalia Law Professional Corporation
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Written contract contols. So, it is difficult to answer this question without knowing what is in the contract.
Generally speaking, if there is notice requirement and she failed to give proper notice or moved out before the time period is up, she is liable.
It appears that you have the right to recover for the time period she was supposed to stay in for.
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