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The reletting section explains the renter’s obligations if they need to leave before the lease ends. Depending on the lease, that can include a reletting fee, advance notice, continued rent obligations, and repayment of some concession. Grant considers it one of the most important clauses for a first-time renter because recent graduates can face job transfers, roommate changes, or other unexpected moves. Before signing, understand what the lease says rather than assuming the renter can simply pay one fee and walk away. The exact contract controls.
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