Every individual state has its own laws about rental leases, but in general, you should know that when you've signed a lease as a tenant, you are bound to the terms of it so long as you continue to rent from the landlord for the duration of the lease term. Most leases last for a specific timeframe, whether it's six months, a year, or longer. The length of the lease is usually determined by the landlord and will vary depending on where you rent. Typically,...