Subletting is a risk. As the sublessor, you take responsibility for the new tenant. This can hold you liable for damage or other legal issues if something goes wrong. Protect yourself by doing the following: Verify the subtenant is reliable, responsible, and law-abiding Always pay rent on time (even if the subtenant is behind)Immediately address any issues with the new tenant End sublease agreements with problematic subtenants Ensure no damages to the property Check the master lease for additional terms and conditions Always seek approval before altering the sublease Only accept permission in writing along with a date and signatures