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Lease Agreement for a 17 Year Old

Jason J

started a topic almost 7 years ago

A 17 year old is renting a room from me and her mother will be a cosigner. Who do I list as the tenant? I had initially made a lease with the mother as the tenant and the daughter as the occupant but I'm not sure if this is accurate. I will appreciate any guidance. Thank you!

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Patty H

said almost 7 years ago

You make sure to list the person living in the house as the tenant, the co-signer should have a separate agreement that they agree to be the financial responsibility in case of default for this tenant. the co-signer is not a tenant.

Stan M

said almost 7 years ago

You really need to check your state law or attorney to see if a 17 yr old can be legally responsible for signing a lease.