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timika
Aug 15, 2007, 12:03 AM
I got a job out of the state of Kentucky and I want to know,if by law I have a right to break the lease without any legal problems?

excon
Aug 15, 2007, 05:41 AM
Hello timika:

No, you'll have lot's of legal problems if you try. Why do you think you should get out of your legal agreements scott free? That doesn't happen in this country.

excon

Fr_Chuck
Aug 15, 2007, 06:01 AM
No, unless your lease says you can break it because of a move out of state. But can talk to your landlord and see what sort of buyout or deal they will make you

ScottGem
Aug 15, 2007, 06:06 AM
Some states do allow for early termination for military personnel, but just a job change doesn't cut it.

Your best bet is either negotiate a buy out or a sublet.

sweetpea1997
Aug 17, 2007, 12:41 AM
I got a job out of the state of Kentucky and I want to know,if by law I have a right to break the lease without any legal problems?
Check your lease. Usually there is something written in there about certain situations they will allow you to break your lease for. A job relocation is usually one of those reasons. According to my lease, they do require written proof from your job stating they are relocating you. If your lease doesn't say anything about this, ask your leasing office manager. Good luck!

ScottGem
Aug 17, 2007, 05:45 AM
Usually there is something written in there about certain situations they will allow you to break your lease for. A job relocation is usually one of those reasons.

Actually it is UNUSUAL for there to be an early termination clause. And if there is one, its unusual for relocation to be a valid reason. But its good advice to check the lease to see if one does exist. If there is an early term clause, there is usually a penalty attached.