Which of the following is correct regarding forfeiture, surrender, and abandonment of leased property? Multiple Choice Generally, if the landlord accepts abandoned property, the tenant is not relieved of the rent obligation. Surrender is a unilateral decision made by the landlord. If a tenant moves out of leased premises before the end of the term, has no intent to return, and has defaulted on rent payments, this tenant behavior is called forfeiture. Generally, a surrender of property must be in writing. If either the tenant or the landlord fails to perform a condition state in the lease, that party's breach is referred to as surrender