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Should I tell landlord about roommate?
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. Contact the landlord as far in advance as possible to explain your desire to add a roommate.
Do I need to tell my landlord if someone moves in?
If someone is going to be living with you, then you must inform your landlord. If you don’t inform them then you could end up voiding your tenancy or making sections of it invalid. Honesty is the best policy here, and the relationship between you and your landlord is all about trust.
Should I remove my unwanted roommate from my apartment?
Depending on your relationship, you might consider enlisting your landlord’s help in removing the unwanted roommate—especially when the landlord approved a subtenancy or was aware of the roommate.
Should you live with a roommate?
Living with a roommate is a great way to save on housing expenses, but your landlord has to know about said roommate – and approve.
What should I do if my roommate ignores my eviction notice?
Keep a copy of the notice for yourself. If your roommate ignores your notice and remains in the rental, you might have to file an eviction lawsuit. In general, the procedures for evicting a resident who isn’t a party to the lease or rental agreement will be the same as those for official tenants, but your state or local laws might be an exception.
Can I sneak a sublet tenant into my rental property?
Check your state’s landlord-tenant laws, which should be available online, for more information. Just like a roommate, sneaking a sublet tenant into your rental will likely be found out by a landlord, and it can have devastating consequences. Always review your lease first for a subleasing policy.