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Rental definition

Co-signer

A person agreeing to specified lease or payment responsibilities alongside the tenant. The document determines the scope of the promise, occupancy rights, and any joint liability.

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Check how this term is defined in your actual agreement, report, or local rule. Keep the source and date with the information so later decisions use the right context.

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