Mahalo for your quick response, Carl! I rent the room to a grad student that attends university and I charge a rent amount that is competitive and on-par with other room shares in Honolulu. I would certainly consider her a tenant since I have no relationship with her prior to the room rental agreement. However, since we are similar in age/personality, I would also consider her a friend now too (but not in a way that I'm helping her out, she pays the same rent she would pay at another room share). Truth be told, my monthly housing expenses are $2000 when all bills are paid, and the fair market rent I charge is $610/mo, all inclusive.
