Property Management
Which type of lease provides the most protection to the tenant against rent increases?
AMonth-to-month lease
BFixed-term (written) lease for a specific period✓ Correct
CTenancy at will
DHoldover tenancy
Explanation
A fixed-term lease locks in the rent for the lease period, protecting tenants from rent increases during that term.
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