Quiz 4

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An agreement stipulates that the tenant covers rent plus a portion of property taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs. Which type of lease BEST describes this scenario?

Gross Lease
Percentage Lease
Net Lease (correct)
Ground Lease

Which party in a lease agreement holds the right to possess and use the property?

Mortgagor
Lessee (correct)
Lessor
Grantor

What legal instrument conveys possessory rights in real property for a specified period?

Easement
Lease (correct)
Deed
Lien

Under a net lease agreement, if the property taxes increase significantly during the lease term, who is typically responsible for paying the increase?

The Lessee (A) Signup and view all the answers

A property owner (lessor) and a business owner (lessee) enter into a lease agreement. Mid-way through the lease, the property owner sells the building. What happens to the lease agreement?

The lease remains in effect, and the new owner must honor it. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations would MOST likely result in the termination of a lease agreement due to a breach of contract by the lessee?

The lessee subleases the property without obtaining the lessor's consent when the lease prohibits it. (C) Signup and view all the answers

A commercial lease contains a clause guaranteeing the tenant 'quiet enjoyment'. What is the purpose of this clause?

To prevent the landlord from interfering with the tenant's business operations. (D) Signup and view all the answers

A lease is established for one year. After the lease expires, the tenant remains in possession of the property and continues to pay rent, which the landlord accepts. What type of leasehold estate MOST likely exists?

Periodic Tenancy (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does a 'lease option' differ from a standard lease agreement?

A lease option grants the tenant the right, but not the obligation, to purchase the property. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between assigning a lease and subleasing a property?

Assignment transfers all of the tenant's rights and responsibilities under the lease, while subleasing only transfers a portion. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is a Net Lease?

A lease where the tenant pays rent plus some or all property expenses (taxes, insurance, maintenance).

Who is a Lessee?

The individual to whom property is rented under a lease.

What is a Lease?

A contract transferring possession of real property for a specified period in exchange for rent.

What is Quiet Enjoyment?

The right to use and enjoy a property without unreasonable interference.

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Who is a Lessor?

The individual who grants a lease to another party.

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Study Notes

A lease that requires the tenant to pay, in addition to rent, some or all of the property expenses that normally would be paid by the property owner is known as a Net Lease.
A person to whom property is rented under a lease is known as a Lessee.
A contract whereby, for a consideration, usually termed rent, one who is entitled to the possession of real property transfers such rights to another for life, for a term of years, or at will is known as a Lease.

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Understand the fundamentals of real estate leasing, including definitions of net leases (where tenants cover property expenses), lessees (renters), and leases (contracts transferring property rights for rent). This overview provides essential knowledge for anyone involved in property rental agreements.