{"id":31259,"date":"2019-03-24T09:38:01","date_gmt":"2019-03-24T09:38:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/?p=31259"},"modified":"2025-04-03T12:56:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T12:56:55","slug":"renting-family-member-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/en\/renting-family-member-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Renting to a Family Member in 2025: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a property owner thinking about renting your home to a family member\u2014perhaps your student child, a nephew, or a sibling? Is it legally allowed? Can you set the rent freely? And can your tenant receive housing assistance (APL)? Here are the answers to all your questions for 2025.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Renting to a Family Member: What Does the Law Say?<\/h2>\n<p>Renting to a relative is entirely legal. However, this type of rental must follow the same legal rules as any traditional rental. You are required to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sign a <strong>written rental agreement<\/strong> in accordance with the law of July 6, 1989<\/li>\n<li>Set a <strong>monthly rent<\/strong> aligned with local market rates<\/li>\n<li>Define the <strong>payment terms<\/strong> (bank transfer, check, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Specify <strong>reimbursable charges<\/strong> and how they will be calculated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In short: even among relatives, the legal framework must be strictly respected to avoid disputes or tax reclassification.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>What Rent Should You Set to Avoid a Tax Adjustment?<\/h2>\n<p>It can be tempting to offer symbolic rent to a family member. But be careful: if you set a <strong>rent that is too low<\/strong>, the tax authorities may consider that you are <strong>retaining personal use of the property<\/strong>. In this case:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You <strong>can no longer deduct property-related expenses<\/strong> (property tax, loan interest, maintenance work\u2026)<\/li>\n<li>You lose any <strong>tax benefits associated with unfurnished rentals<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To avoid this, base your rent on the <strong>market value<\/strong> for a similar property (size, location, features, property type). A rent too far below market value can expose you to a tax reassessment.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>APL: Can a Family Member Receive It?<\/h2>\n<p>Eligibility for APL (Aide Personnalis\u00e9e au Logement \u2013 Personalized Housing Assistance) depends on the family relationship with the property owner. In 2025, there are two situations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>If the tenant is a direct relative<\/strong> (child or parent): they <strong>cannot receive APL<\/strong>, even if the lease is valid and the rent is at market rate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>If the tenant is another family member<\/strong> (sibling, uncle, aunt, cousin, etc.): they can receive APL <strong>as long as they meet the standard eligibility criteria<\/strong> (income, decent housing, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 To check APL eligibility, use the official <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caf.fr\/allocataires\/mes-services-en-ligne\/faire-une-simulation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CAF simulator<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2>Conclusion: Renting to a Relative\u2014Yes, But Follow the Rules<\/h2>\n<p>Renting to a family member is legal and often convenient, but it doesn\u2019t exempt you from standard lease regulations. Follow legal requirements, set a fair rent, and be aware of the tax implications. If in doubt, consult a tax advisor or real estate professional.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to apply for APL?<\/strong> Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/apl-etudiant-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guide<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking to rent a home?<\/strong> Explore our listings on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lodgis.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lodgis.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you a property owner thinking about renting your home to a family member\u2014perhaps your student child, a nephew, or a sibling? Is it legally allowed? Can you set the rent freely? And can your tenant receive housing assistance (APL)? Here are the answers to all your questions for 2025. 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