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I have 2 tenants (bf and gf) and they're splitting up now - the original 1 year lease is satisfied and I have the lease convert to monthly after the first year. She is moving out, but he wants to stay - and he can afford it: Problem is that it's a joint lease... should I do the following: 1. refund the deposit to both - and have him repay for a new lease (removing her name) 2. no deposit refund since he's staying in the house 3. ?? ideas?
Todd & Alicia C, CA on Thursday, January 7, 2016
RE: 2 tenants - joint lease, one moving out
I believe in fresh starts, so I would go with option one. I feel that gives you the opportunity to sign a new lease with new agreements based on one person. Some would do option two because it is a time saver but it would be unfair for the girlfriend who also paid the deposit. Good luck!
Posted by Bill F, MS on Saturday, January 9, 2016
RE: 2 tenants - joint lease, one moving out
thanks! went with option #1 yay another year signed :)
Posted by Todd & Alicia C, CA on Sunday, January 10, 2016
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