Legal Definitions - householder

Householder

A householder is a person who is responsible for providing a living for a household. This can include providing food, shelter, and other necessities for themselves and their family. A householder can also be someone who rents or owns a residential property and uses it for business purposes on a daily basis. In bankruptcy law, a householder may be able to claim a homestead exemption, which protects their primary residence from being sold to pay off debts.

• A married couple who both work and provide for their children are both considered householders.
• A small business owner who operates out of their home and uses a portion of their residence for business purposes is also a householder.

These examples illustrate how a householder is responsible for providing for their household, whether it be through financial means or by using their residence for business purposes. In both cases, the individual is considered a householder because they are responsible for the well-being of their household.