Do you have to notify your landlord if you move in another person?

Even if your lease or rental agreement doesn’t have a specific requirement that the landlord must approve additional tenants, it’s normally wise to notify your landlord before moving in another person.

What happens if a tenant is not on the lease?

The lease agreement is designed to protect the rights of both the landlord and the tenant, so if people are living in a rental property who aren’t on the lease, it can cause serious legal problems for both parties.

How do I add a tenant to my lease?

Invite the tenant to submit in writing the request to add another person to the lease. Whether it’s a student seeking a new roommate or a single person wanting a significant other to move in, a written request can start the process.

What happens when a tenant wants to move in?

A signed rental lease agreement is very specific about who’s allowed to live in the rental property. So what happens when your tenant wants someone to move in? The adults named on a lease agreement are legally responsible for the property—from rent and utilities to security deposits and damages.

Can a tenant move in with another person?

If your tenant’s significant other is not willing to sign the lease and your lease specifically states that your tenant is not allowed to move in another person, you will need to proceed with a notice of lease violation.

Invite the tenant to submit in writing the request to add another person to the lease. Whether it’s a student seeking a new roommate or a single person wanting a significant other to move in, a written request can start the process.

Can a roommate move in without a lease?

Most landlords allow roommates to share a home as long as all parties sign the lease or rental agreement, and are officially tenants, with a direct relationship with the landlord. However, there are instances when a significant other or a friend moves in your rental unit without the landlord’s knowledge.

The lease agreement is designed to protect the rights of both the landlord and the tenant, so if people are living in a rental property who aren’t on the lease, it can cause serious legal problems for both parties.