QUESTION
Can he charge her rent since he is the new property owner as per the will?
Asked on Oct 01st, 2016 on Estate Planning - Louisiana
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The person died and left a will. In the will, a man inherits a home and property. There is another person who is mentioned in the will. She can live in the home as long as she wishes.
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It sounds like the will gave the person living in the house a usufruct, the right to live there. The person with usufruct does not have to pay rent but has to maintain the property and pay property taxes.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2016 at 6:38 PM