List Three Types of Contracts That Must Be Evidenced in Writing

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Essay

List three types of contracts that must be evidenced in writing. Provide one example of each.

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Definitions:

Tenancy at Will

An agreement where a tenant can occupy property with the consent of the owner but with no fixed term and can be terminated by either party at any time.

Tenancy at Sufferance

A legal situation where a tenant remains in possession of property after the expiration of the lease, without the landlord's consent.

Fee Simple Tenancy

The most complete form of ownership of real property, giving the holder full possessory rights and responsibilities now and in the future.

Security Deposits

Funds paid in advance as security for the performance of a contract, such as renting property, and may be refundable depending on the terms of the agreement.