Rent to Someone who is Breaking another Lease?

[Karen Johnson]

Hello,

I'm guessing this has been asked and answered but my forum searching skills need work. I'm wondering if you would rent to someone when you know they are still under a lease with another place? Their rental history check revealed they have another 7 months on their lease and are required to give 60 days written notice, which they have not done. They are trying to rent my place for August 1st, which is clearly less than 60 days away.

I am concerned that if they would break their current lease (which they have held for over 5 years), they will do the same with me. I know life happens so this isn't always reason to turn people away. However, they indicate they are moving because they are having a child and need more room. The baby isn't due till November and I can't understand how much space a baby could need in the first 2 or 3 months that would make it worth breaking their lease without any notice. Am I over thinking this?

Thanks in advance!

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