If my dad’s girlfriend was living with him when he passed away, how much longed is she allowed to live in his home?
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If my dad’s girlfriend was living with him when he passed away, how much longed is she allowed to live in his home?
My dad had a girlfriend that lived with him for a couple years. Now that he’s passed away, how long is she allowed to stay in the home?
Asked on August 14, 2017 under Estate Planning, Colorado
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
If she paid rent or any for of rent, she will be considered to be a tenant, therefore without a formal written lease, you can just give her a 30 day notice to vacate the premises. If she never contributed to expenses, then she is a "licensee", so you may be able to give even less notice, depending on state law. In either case, if she does not vacate the property by the date given, then you will need to take legal action (for a tenant an "unlawfule detainer"; for a licensee an "ejectment"). And do nothing to force her to leave, such as changing the locks, etc., as that can open up you up to a lawsuit for illegal eviction. Note, the above assumes that she is not on the deed.
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