When the sweet whispers of love turn into a bitter battle over who gets to keep the apartment, things can get pretty heated. Our heroine, who we’ll call ‘Leaseholder Lady’, found herself in such a predicament when her relationship with her boyfriend ended. Now, they’re stuck in an expensive city apartment, trying to navigate the murky waters of a breakup and a lease that’s not quite up yet. Let’s dive into this drama-filled saga.
Breaking Up in an Expensive City

The Hunt for a New Home

The Pressure to Move Out ️

Standing Her Ground

The Epic Showdown ️

The Ex-Boyfriend’s Reaction

The Drama Unfolds: Who’s the Real Villain Here?
In this tale of a love turned sour, Leaseholder Lady stands firm against her ex-boyfriend’s attempts to push her out of their shared apartment. Despite the pressure, she refuses to rush into a new lease or move back in with her estranged parents. But when she reminds her ex that she’s the primary leaseholder, he labels her ‘cruel and coldhearted’. The question remains: is she the villain in this saga, or just a woman standing her ground? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
NTA – You’re paid up until the end of the lease

Ex-boyfriend’s financial struggles and potential roommate situation sparks debate.

INFO: Ex-boyfriend refuses to leave, lazy or entitled?

Ex-boyfriend learns the hard way: NTA, she holds the lease!

NTA! Kick him out if he’s not on the lease!
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NTA. Obligation to return apartment in proper condition.

Ex-boyfriend wants her gone, but she’s not playing along.

NTA. Stick it out or kick him out. Fair warning.

NTA – Ex-boyfriend wants free rent. Stand your ground!

Don’t let him manipulate you! You’re not the a**hole
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“AITA for doing nothing wrong?” Welcome to AITA where no one is an a**hole.

NTA! Gross behavior, legally messy breakup. Stay safe

NTA. Truth hurts sometimes. ♂️

NTA — Set a boundary and tell him to leave

Being the primary leaseholder means nothing? Let’s dive into it!
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INFO: Is living together cruel? Who’s on the lease?

Taking charge: Ex-girlfriend asserts her authority in epic showdown

Legal implications of being the ‘primary leaseholder’ explained ️
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NTA: Ex feels entitled, manipulative. Find a better place!

Take control of your living situation and sign a new lease!

Ex-boyfriend learns the hard way: NTA, find your own place!

Tenant seeks advice on leaseholder rights and unequal living arrangements

Exposing the truth: Who really holds the power in relationships?

Did he move for you? Let’s find out the backstory!

NTA, ex-boyfriend being petty. Take your time finding new place.

NTA: Time for a fresh start, find a new place together!

Ex-boyfriend’s leasehold drama: NTA, he’s trapping himself!

NTA! Take charge of your flat and show him who’s boss!

OP is NTA and being gracious to let ex-boyfriend stay

NTA: Ex-boyfriend should be capable of googling apartments to rent.

Ex-boyfriend learns the hard way who’s in charge of housing

NTA: Ex-boyfriend’s leaseholder ignorance leads to potential legal troubles

Ex-boyfriend can leave anytime, lease is in her name

Financially trapped exes navigate post-breakup living arrangements.

Commenter seeks more info, acknowledges OP’s rationality, and speculates on possible cheating.
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NTA: You’re on the lease, it’s your a** on the line

Take control! NTA reminds ex to find new place

Last Updated on November 8, 2023 by Diply Social Team