Property OwnershipIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is 'tenancy at will' in Delaware landlord-tenant law?

ASimply a tenancy that can only ever be terminated through formal probate of the owner's last will and estate
BA rental arrangement with no fixed term that either party can terminate at any time with appropriate noticeCorrect
CA tenancy that is created by a court order
DA time-share arrangement allowing use at will during designated periods

Why A rental arrangement with no fixed term that either party can terminate at any time with appropriate notice Is Correct

Answer B: A rental arrangement with no fixed term that either party can terminate at any time with appropriate notice

A tenancy at will has no fixed term — either the landlord or tenant can terminate it at any time by giving proper notice (Delaware typically requires reasonable notice, often at least equal to the rental payment period). It is created by mutual agreement without a fixed lease term.

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