Q: My ex and I split up and we have two kids. What’s the process of being able to kick her out of my home?
The loan is only in my name, she’s lived here for 3 years
A: If she was your girlfriend (and not your wife), then in theory she has no right to stay there beyond your permission, and she must leave when you notify her. However, in practice, a court may find that because she has lived there for a long time and established a residence, she may be under a month-to-month lease. Therefore, your safest bet is to provide her with formal notice that you are terminating the lease, and giving her 30 days' notice that she must leave. If she refuses to, you will likely have to file for eviction in court. Hope that helps.
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