Nebraska Death of a tenant
What happens to the lease when a tenant dies in Nebraska?
A tenant may name a person authorized to retrieve their belongings if they die. The landlord must try to contact that person within 10 days of the death. The person then has 20 days to say they'll claim the property and 20 more days to remove it.
Verified Source: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1414 · last checked 2026-10-23
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