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Are Sublet Fees Legal?<\/h1>\n
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Yes, sublet fees are legal. In certain circumstances, your landlord or co-op board can charge a sublet fee if you decide to sublet<\/a> your co-op or rental unit. <\/p>\r\n

Subletting is a popular option for tenants who need a short-term subtenant (subletter) to stay in their place temporarily. Even if the parties sign a sublease agreement between themselves, the original tenant remains responsible for the original lease agreement<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

What is a sublease?<\/h2>\r\n

People sublet their rental property all the time and for diverse reasons. A new tenant agrees to rent from the original tenant in a sublease agreement. The parties should enter into a sublet agreement that includes the following:<\/p>\r\n