Racy Work History - Please Help

I dealt with a company that has several properties in Memphis. Sounds like you have a person.

Look in your lease contract (you know the written contract takes precedence over verbal stuff.) Look for the early termination section.

Another thing to look up is subletting. It's financially dangerous on your part, but it might work.

How much time is left on your lease?

(I might check back a few more times tonight, but I gotta hit the sack soon.)

I got let out of a lease once by showing the landlord that I had been employed in another city and had to move.

I got let out of a lease once by showing the landlord that I had been employed in another city and had to move.

I've seen that in contacts, too. Liz seems to be dealing with a landlord that either writes his own, of doesn't know what's in them.

I got let out of a lease once by showing the landlord that I had been employed in another city and had to move.

I've seen that in contacts, too. Liz seems to be dealing with a landlord that either writes his own, of doesn't know what's in them.

Yes, exactly! My landlord wrote the lease and it is pretty short and to the point. To be honest, when I moved in it seemed like a good deal in a perfect location so I didn't pay attention to the lease that was very short. I read it of course but I didn't have any objections at the time. There is no termination agreement that is listed and I now realize that I do not want to continue with the line of work I am in. It is good money but I am miserable. I dream of driving a truck everyday. Not only that, I have been missing a lot of work because I just don't want to be there anymore (I set my own schedule).

Anyway, it would be nice to terminate my lease but my landlord doesn't want to budge. I also don't want to push too much because I DO NOT want an eviction, which will look bad on my record no doubt. I am going to keep trying to find someone who can rent the place but so far it just isn't looking good. Again, as far as I know my only options are finding someone to rent it or buying out of it by paying 3 months in advance. After 6 months I would only have to pay 2 months rent to buy out and after 9 months it's only one month's rent. It's a year lease that I started in January so I am in it until December. :-(

Have a good night guys if you are turning in now. I will continue to check back in for your responses and can also check tomorrow as well. I am still looking for good suggestions and I hope that getting into a truck this year isn't some far off pipe dream.

I haven't been in this industry very long but I can tell you I've met some other drivers with a much more, shall we say, colorful work history than what you described.

As long as it's legal, any prospective employer would be more concerned with HOW you did your job, not so much WHAT your job was.

Were you a good employee? Were you on time? Were you productive? Those are some questions that are important. I bet you'll be fine and after you've been driving for a while you'll wonder what you were worried about.

Good luck!

There is no termination agreement that is listed and I now realize that I do not want to continue with the line of work I am in.

If it's not in the lease (which is a legal contract) how in the world does this landlord think he's going to enforce a $3000 fee to break the lease? He may try to keep your deposit which I presume is only one months rent? Or is this one of those deals where you made a deposit PLUS first and last months rent in advance? Is there anything at all in writing about this early termination fee? I'd say you have more leverage in your discussions with him. I'm not a lawyer and obviously cannot dish out legal advise, but I just don't see how his claim would stand up in court. If he refuses to budge, you may want to consult with an lawyer about what is the best course of action you should take. I think most reputable lawyers will give you a consult for free or only charge a fee for the time you meet with them. It may be cheaper to pay a lawyer for an hour than to pay the $3000 this deadbeat landlord wants from you. I say deadbeat because if he really cared, he would work with you, especially if you are bringing reasonable offers to the table. I get the feeling that he is eyeballing a possible payday of free money in the near future and cares more about the cash than his tenant.

Liz, did you get my PM? Some people never see one, that's why I'm asking.

Hey Errol V. Sorry, I just got it. I haven't been checking my email or this website too much today because, to my surprise, I think I might have found a girl who wants to rent out the master bedroom in my apartment! That would bring my rent down to only $400, which is totally affordable during my first 6 months of trucking. I am so excited about this that I haven't been thinking about too much else. Unfortunately, it's not a sure thing yet until she brings over the deposit tomorrow. So, we'll see what happens!

Thx for checking back, btw!

What I am catching on to is if you read any disclosures you sign so they can verify employment it will most likely tell you who they will be using. Most cases it is http://www.hireright.com/ . If not they are using one just like it. You are also giving them the right to ask your ex-employers what your title, dates, punctuality, If you were terminated and would they rehire you(this is usually a written request). They can ask why or please give reason to all of these questions. Your ex-employer may elect to only give job title and dates especially if it is HR . They want to know if you were unemployed for periods of time more than what kind of job it is that you had. I would think that if you give all the information you have it will be held privately and none of your co-workers would ever find out, that would be illegal. As far as people being against hiring you because you take your shirt off and dance around a pole wearing nothing than a G-string ? Watch out that those hire you do not do it for wrong intent or trying to get a free show. For the most part women are not going to be against you and mature men wont let their inward thoughts become their outward actions. No offense I have already wondered if you are blonde or brunette and have no more than a fascination, being a straight male. Does not mean I would treat you disrespectfully, in fact I might treat you with more respect to rise above the situation and so will most employers. Protocol says they have rules to follow also and even the bible thumpers are going to see that you want to drive a truck over making lots of money dancing.

Hey Errol V. Sorry, I just got it. I haven't been checking my email or this website too much today because, to my surprise, I think I might have found a girl who wants to rent out the master bedroom in my apartment! That would bring my rent down to only $400, which is totally affordable during my first 6 months of trucking. I am so excited about this that I haven't been thinking about too much else. Unfortunately, it's not a sure thing yet until she brings over the deposit tomorrow. So, we'll see what happens!

Thx for checking back, btw!

It's great you have someone to help with the rent. I bet your new friend will love the fact you will be gone most of the time, and she gets the place to herself. Remember, OTR driving is 90% or more living on the road. If it all works out, the sublet will help you through that first year, then you can make other arrangements. Just keep your TT friends updates on your school and road experiences.

Or, if you go the "local" route, you won't have to move anywhere when you get established! Good luck in your new career!