What exactly is a life tenant?
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What exactly is a life tenant?
My late father gave his ‘girlfriend’ the right to stay in his house until she dies. What rights does she have?
Asked on March 10, 2018 under Real Estate Law, New York
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
A life tenant is a person who has received lifeftime rights to the use and/or occupancy of a property known as the "life estate". The tenant has an unlimited right to do as they wish with the property during their life, although the tenancy agreement may limit those rights. Upon their death, the tenancy expires. Here is a link to an article that will explain further: https://real-estate-law.freeadvice.com/real-estate-law/real-estate-law/life-estate.htm
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