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Grant would usually tolerate a short delay around a week if the renter still loves the apartment. Around 16–30 days, he would actively compare the known backup option. Beyond roughly 30 days, he generally leans toward switching, because the disruption is no longer minor. A major catastrophe or serious change in the renter’s comfort with the property can justify reevaluating sooner. These are practical guidelines, not legal rules; the lease, replacement inventory, and exact circumstances control the final decision.
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