You would have the rights in your jurisdictions that accrue to a
tenant.
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The tenant is responsible for paying rent on time each month.
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Your state's laws govern tenants' rights and responsibilities.
For more info, or if your rights have been violated, see a tenant's
advocacy group or attorney in your area.
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Legally, a life tenant is someone who has rights to the house
only during their lifetime. A life tenant cannot leave the house to
anyone by will because they do not have complete rights to the
house.