Real Estate Law (esp. Landlord-Tenant)/Break in Lease question

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My husbands (of 2 days) apartment complex owner sold the complex June 1st. My husband no longer wants to live there due to the fact that I have my own apartment that is out-of state that we want to move to.  Is it a general law to request to get out of a lease due to this with written notice by us? Any advice would be helpful.

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  Holli

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Holli:

I am not sure where you live. In WI you are not able to get out of a lease with no penalty (unless you are military that has been activated).

I'm not sure what the Law is where you live so it's best you talk directly to your Landlord but be prepared that you will have to pay for the lease/rent until they find someone else to rent.

Michelle Mangen

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Wisconsin Landlord/Tenant Questions.

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Having been in the property management industry for over 13 years in Wisconsin and working quite closely with attorneys I have learned a great deal of information regarding landlord/tenant relationships. Additionally my previous experience included assuring that the company I worked for was compliant with regards to the law.

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Attended several seminars regarding landlord/tenant laws. Over 13 years in the industry.

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New Land Enterprises, LLP - Milwaukee, WI. EA Properties - Green Bay, WI. Fox Valley Housing - Appleton, WI. Kevin Zimmerman, Wendy Scheels, Dave Anderson and other independent owners throughout the state of Wisconsin.

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