If I am a lodger in a home, what are my rights as a lodger/boarder/roomer in a home?
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If I am a lodger in a home, what are my rights as a lodger/boarder/roomer in a home?
Up to this point, I have not entered in to any sort of legal agreement because I have been lodging with a family member who owns the home. The owner is now requesting that an agreement be signed.
Asked on January 12, 2013 under Real Estate Law, California
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country you are on a month-to-month lease with the family that you are "lodging" with. I suggest that you memorialize your agreement with your landlord in writing in that a written document protects both you and the landlord. The agreement will set forth your and the landlord's rights.
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