Subleasing an apartment is a process whereby the original tenant of the property (known as the sublessor) sign a contract with a new tenant (known as the sublessee) to rent out all or part of the apartment for a given period of time. It is a common practice in many countries and is often used as a way for tenants to reduce their living costs. There are two main types of sublease: master sublease and subtenant lease. A master sublease is a contract between the original tenant and the sublessee, whereby the sublessee takes over the original lease and pays rent directly to the original tenant. A subtenant lease is a contract between the original tenant and the sublessee, whereby the sublessee pays rent to the original tenant, who in turn pays rent to the landlord. In either case, the sublessee is responsible for all obligations and responsibilities of the original lease, including any damages or repairs to the apartment. The sublease agreement should also include information about the length of the lease, the rent amount, the security deposit, and any other terms agreed upon by both parties.