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    Jul 16, 2007, 07:42 PM
    Can I break a lease due to a family death?
    I am living in South Carolina and would like to break my lease. My Grandfather has passed away and I need to take care of my Grandmother (previously done by another family member). This means I need to move in with her, and I also had to quit my job to do this. Which means I can no longer afford the apartment either. Is there anything that I can do about breaking the lease without penalties?
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    Jul 17, 2007, 04:42 AM
    Hello baiji:

    Legally, you may not break your lease for ANY reason. However, unless your landlord is a jerk, he should make a deal with you.

    excon
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