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Concession Recapture Calculator
Concession recapture clauses protect landlords from tenants who use a free month to move in then break the lease early. The unamortized portion of the concession becomes immediately due on early termination. This calculator computes how much is owed at any given month.
0 = no early termination
Total concession given
$1,850
Concession amortized / mo
$154
Collected to early-term date
$1,233
Unrecaptured concession
$617
Recapture clause owed
How the math works
Concession recapture clauses (in many leases) trigger if a tenant breaks the lease early — the unamortized portion of the concession becomes immediately due. A 1-month free rent on a 12-month lease amortizes to $154/mo — early termination at month 8 leaves $617 unrecaptured.
Without a recapture clause, landlords just lose the concession value. Always include in lease language for any deal with concessions over 1 month.
How to Use
- Enter concession given (months free) and monthly rent.
- Enter lease term in months.
- Enter the early termination month (or leave at full term).
- Read total concession, amortization, and unrecaptured amount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recapture vs liquidated damages?
Recapture is the unamortized concession; liquidated damages are typically additional rent owed (often 1-3 months). Some leases combine both for early termination penalty.
Where to put recapture clause?
Lease addendum titled 'Concession Recapture' with explicit dollar amount and amortization schedule. Tenant signature required. Court-enforceability requires clear disclosure at lease signing.
Tenant pushback?
Common — tenants want to walk away with no penalty. Negotiate by capping recapture at 50% of unamortized amount, or letting recapture pro-rate over a longer minimum stay.
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