As a general rule, most states allow a lessor to terminate a lease or lease if the tenant: If a tenant breaks a rental agreement without cause protected by law, the lessor can sue the tenant for damages. However, the owner must reduce the damage by trying to re-rent the unit. If the landlord has any prejudice beyond what remains of the tenant`s deposit, the lessor may sue the tenant for the period during which the unit was empty, for the costs of finding a new tenant and for lawyer`s fees, if the rental agreement so provides. If landlords violate these rights, tenants can take action. This can range from reporting an offence to filing a lawsuit. In some cases, tenants can withhold rents or even terminate the contract. One of the most common problems landlords face is unpaid rent. Leases should indicate the due date for payments, so a single late payment may constitute a breach of the agreement. Leasing is great because it allows people to live in these expensive neighborhoods without buying homes. It also gives them the opportunity to first get an idea of the community before committing to buying real estate in the area. For some, leasing simply means they can sleep at night with a roof over their heads. In addition to the terms of the lease agreement, state and federal laws govern how and under what circumstances a lessor may terminate your lease. You can find related articles and resources in the rental and rental rights sections of FindLaw.

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