5 Reasons Moving Mid-Semester Might Be Your Best Move
Thinking about moving out mid-semester? Here are five good reasons it might be the right call, when to stay put, and how to leave without paying for months you won't use.
Is a Lease Takeover the Right Move for Me?
Thinking about leaving your off-campus lease but not sure what your options actually are? Here's how to figure out if a lease takeover fits your situation.
Why You Should Consider Offering Incentives to Someone Looking to TakeOver Your Lease
Struggling to find someone to take over your lease? A small incentive, like covering fees or a month of free rent, can be the difference between a listing that sits and one that moves.
Top 10 Tips for Taking the Best Photos of Your Place for Your TakeOver Listing
Good listing photos get more responses. Here are ten simple ways to make your apartment look its best using just your phone.
Why We Built It
The real story behind myleasetakeover: a phone call, a lease nobody told us about, a year of Facebook groups, and the moment we decided there had to be a better way.
A Parent's Guide to Understanding Lease Takeovers and Assignments
A plain-language guide for parents on what a lease takeover actually means, what it means for you as a co-signer, and what to ask before you sign off.
How to Vet a Roommate or Lease-Takeover Match for Safety, Not Just Compatibility
Getting along with someone isn't the same as verifying they're safe to live with or transact with. Here's how to actually vet a roommate or lease-takeover match.
How to Spot (and Avoid) Lease Takeover Scams
Lease takeover scams follow familiar patterns: urgency, upfront payment requests, and listings you can't verify. Here's how to spot and avoid them.
Lease Takeover vs. Subletting: What's the Difference and Which Is Right for You
Lease takeover or sublease? Here's the actual difference, who stays liable in each, and how to tell which one fits your situation.
How to Find a Lease Takeover Near Your Campus: A Step-by-Step Guide
Looking to take over someone's lease near campus? Here's a step-by-step guide to finding, vetting, and locking in a lease takeover the right way.
How to List Your Lease for a Takeover: A Step-by-Step Guide
Need out of your off-campus lease for good? Here's the step-by-step process for listing your lease for takeover - from gathering info, deciding where to post, to managing responses.
What Is a Lease Takeover? A Complete Guide for Students and Parents
A lease takeover lets you exit your apartment lease for good by transferring it to a new tenant. Here's exactly how it works, when to use one, and what to watch for.