Apartment Living
Renter’s Advice and Resources
Renter’s Advice and Resources
Legal Rights Of Roommate With No Lease
Juliette Moore
· Apr 14, 2020
If you’re living with a roommate but don’t have a formal lease agreement, it’s essential to understand your legal rights. This article explains the key rights and responsibilities of roommates without a lease, including tenancy laws, eviction procedures, and how to protect yourself in case of disputes.
When you’re renting as a roommate with no lease, you’re either considered a subtenant or co-tenant. The circumstances surrounding the rental relationship and any verbal agreements will imply one or the other. Whether your roommate can raise the rent depends on which of the two you are. Are You a Subtenant? If your roommate rented […]
Daphne Mallory
· Dec 9, 2010