Contracts

In New Jersey, a 'right of first refusal' clause in a lease gives the tenant:

AThe right to refuse any proposed rent increase
BThe right to match any offer made by a third party before the landlord can sell or lease to that third party✓ Correct
CThe right to terminate the lease without notice
DPriority seating at homeowner association meetings

Explanation

A right of first refusal (ROFR) gives the holder (tenant) the opportunity to match any bona fide offer from a third party before the property owner accepts that offer. If the tenant matches the terms, they get priority; if not, the owner can proceed with the third party.

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