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Can a cosigner be removed from a lease?

Updated: 9/14/2023
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The co-signer cannot be released until the lease has expired unless the lessor agrees to release the co-signer in writing.

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If someone cosigned a lease to your apartment can they take their name off the lease even if you have been paying the payments?

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