If I have let a family member stay in my home, can I ask them to leave or do I have to go through some legal process?
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If I have let a family member stay in my home, can I ask them to leave or do I have to go through some legal process?
Asked on December 6, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Georgia
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
If you have allowed a family member stay in your home as a guest (no payment of rent) or even as a tenant where rent is paid, you can simply ask the guest to leave in that the stay has come to an end.
If the family member refuses to leave after being requested to do so, I recommend that a 30 day notice end the stay be served upon him or her. If the family member still remains after the 30 day period, I recommend that you consult with a family law lawyer about the situation.
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