Using the Borrower's Empty Apartment for a Transition Period
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Question
I lent a friend a large sum, and now I need an apartment for a transition period. The friend told me he has an empty apartment and does not intend to rent it out, but he is willing to let me use it. Is this allowed?
Answer
It is forbidden for the lender to live in the borrower's apartment for free, even if he would have allowed him to live in his apartment without the loan. For example, during vacation periods, the borrower should not provide his apartment to the lender without the usual rental payment.
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