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What is a periodic tenancy?

• A lease that automatically renews at the end of each rental period unless notice is given.

• A fixed-term lease with a defined start and end date.

• A tenancy without a formal lease agreement.

• A lease that requires a new contract every month.

Which type of tenancy provides stability by having a defined start and end date?

• Periodic Tenancy

• Tenancy for Years

• Tenancy at Will

• Month-to-Month Tenancy

What is a characteristic of a tenancy at will?

• It requires a formal lease agreement.

• It can be terminated by either party at any time with reasonable notice.

• It automatically renews each month.

• It has a fixed start and end date.

In a tenancy for years, what happens if there is no early termination clause?

• The tenant can leave anytime without consequences.

• The tenant is legally bound to fulfill the full term.

• The lease automatically renews.

• The landlord can change the rent anytime.

What is 'tenancy at sufferance'?

• When a tenant remains in a rental unit after their lease has expired without the landlord’s consent.

• When a tenant has a lease agreement but refuses to pay rent.

• When a tenant and landlord agree to terminate the lease early.

• When a tenant sublets the apartment without permission.

What can a tenant do if a landlord refuses to fix essential services like plumbing?

• File a complaint with local housing authorities.

• Stop paying rent immediately.

• Move out without notice.

• Change the locks on the apartment.

What does the Fair Housing Act prohibit?

• Evicting tenants based on race, religion, gender, disability, or family status.

• Charging extra rent for additional tenants.

• Increasing rent without notice.

• Allowing pets in rental units.

What must landlords do if a tenant stops paying rent?

• Begin the eviction process legally.

• Change the locks immediately.

• Remove the tenant’s belongings without notice.

• Increase the rent as a penalty.

What actions can tenants take if a landlord uses illegal eviction tactics?

• Ignore the situation

• Contact a local housing authority or tenant advocacy group

• Move out immediately

• Pay extra rent

In the example given, what did Maria do when she received an eviction notice with no legal grounds?

• Ignored the notice

• Moved out immediately

• Sought help from a tenant rights organization

• Paid extra rent to the landlord