Can I get a new lease if I've broken one in the past?
(This is an entry that first appeared two years ago but it seems that I'll be posting it every so often because this is such a common question.)
The answer is yes and no.
Big managed apartment complexes tend to stick together on this one. If you've wronged one property, don't count on another doing business with you until the debt is resolved. But if you're not in a position to pay the old debt, we just need to look elsewhere. Don't forget that Austin is full of individually owned condominiums, duplexes and even garage apartments for lease. Often times these individual owners will be more willing to take a chance on someone with less-than-perfect rental history. If you've found yourself in this situation, email me at bradleypounds@aol.com and I'll begin looking for a more easy-going landlord.
posted by BradleyPounds @ 2:29 PM
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Hey, found your blog and thought you might be able to answer my question.
Can an apartment complex refuse to accept a replacement even if they pass the application process and can they refuse to sign any paperwork saying they approve the replacement if they are going to allow it?
The situation in particular is that I have found someone to take over my lease and initially I asked my apt complex about it they said it was just a matter of signing it over to the other person. Now they are saying I have to pay a reletting fee. But my contract says I only have to pay a reletting fee if I break my lease. If I get a replacement and they sign an approval letter, then the reletting fee is waived. They are saying, even though it says it, they never sign anything. Really, they want me to break my lease first, THEN allow someone to take over my lease so they can make a quick buck.
Ever come across this situation?
The best way to find a new place after breaking a lease is by applying at an apartment community that does not verify rental history verbally. But it must be done within 30 days or less from the time your lease was broken. If the apartment debt shows up on your credit then it dosen't matter if they verify it or not, you will will not be able to lease at 90% of the properties in Austin. For more info on this subject and info on how to find out if an apartment community verifies your rental history or not before you apply then contact me through my site http://www.austinapartmentguy.com
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