Introduction to Landlord-Tenant Law: Leasehold Estates and Leases

When we explore landlord-tenant relations, our first step is to understand the nature of a tenant’s interest in a property and how it connects to the lease agreement made with the landlord. So, in any landlord-tenant relationship, the landlord grants the tenant what’s known as a “leasehold estate.” This is a simple way of saying the tenant gets the right to use and live on the property for a certain period. It is like borrowing a piece of land or an apartment, with the promise to give it back after your time is up. In return for this right, the tenant agrees to pay rent, ensuring they can legally occupy the property. <a href="https://medium.com/@kemal.lepshoq/introduction-to-landlord-tenant-law-leasehold-estates-and-leases-76bff63d5eff">Learn More</a>