Removing Name From Lease

Summary

If your lease has ended and your ex-boyfriend is still staying there, he may be living on a month-to-month basis. Inform your landlord in writing and request your name be removed. If the rental office isnt responding, send a certified letter with return receipt requested. If they still dont respond, consult a local attorney and consider filing a formal complaint with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Keep all records of your communication attempts.

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Removing my name from lease.
Hello ****, to better assist you, could you please clarify if you're trying to remove your name from a residential or commercial lease? And are there any other parties involved in the lease?
residential
Hello ****, removing your name from a residential lease in Michigan usually involves:
- Mutual agreement with the landlord and other tenants
- Finding a replacement tenant
- Having the replacement tenant sign a new lease
Please consult with your landlord and an attorney to understand your specific circumstances.
Texas
Hello ****, in Texas, removing your name from a residential lease typically involves:
- Mutual agreement with the landlord and other tenants
- Finding a replacement tenant
- Having the replacement tenant sign a new lease
Please consult with your landlord and a local attorney to understand your specific circumstances.
The lease ended in May and my ex-boyfriend is still staying there. I need my name removed.
Hello ****. If the lease has ended and your ex-boyfriend is still staying there, it likely means he's living there on a month-to-month basis. You should inform your landlord about this in writing and request your name be removed. It's essential to get a written confirmation of your name removal to avoid any future liability.
The rental office isn't responding
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If the rental office isn't responding, you may want to consider sending them a certified letter with return receipt requested. This provides legal proof that you've made the request. If they still don't respond, you might need to consult with a local attorney.
What if I send the letter and they still don't respond?
If you send a certified letter and the rental office still doesn't respond, you may need to:
- Consult with a local attorney for further legal advice
- File a formal complaint with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
- Keep all records of your attempts to communicate with the rental office
Ok thank you
You're welcome, ****! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Wishing you the best with your situation.