Well, he's been a squatter for the last 5 years since the owner told him to leave. Even a judge ordered him to leave several years ago. He claims the previous owner told him he could live there, but has no evidence. I agree, he should say thanks for the free livin, but I suspect he wants a handout, since he refuses to leave.
He has a family...apparently he’s been estranged for years.
No...he’s been a trespasser...not a squatter.