Which estate runs for a definite, fixed period with a defined start and end?

Which estate runs for a definite, fixed period with a defined start and end?

• A. Tenancy for Years
• B. Periodic Tenancy
• C. Tenancy at Will
• D. Tenancy at Sufferance

Answer: (A)

A tenancy for years is a lease with a definite start and end date. This arrangement is created by a contract that specifies the term, such as a set period like six months or two years. It ends automatically when that fixed end date arrives, without needing any notice to terminate. This contrasts with other arrangements: a periodic tenancy continues from one period to the next (month to month, year to year) until one party provides proper notice to end it; a tenancy at will has no fixed duration and can be terminated at any time; and a tenancy at sufferance arises when a tenant stays beyond the lease term without permission. So a fixed-term lease fits the description of running for a definite, fixed period with a defined start and end.

A tenancy for years is a lease with a definite start and end date. This arrangement is created by a contract that specifies the term, such as a set period like six months or two years. It ends automatically when that fixed end date arrives, without needing any notice to terminate. This contrasts with other arrangements: a periodic tenancy continues from one period to the next (month to month, year to year) until one party provides proper notice to end it; a tenancy at will has no fixed duration and can be terminated at any time; and a tenancy at sufferance arises when a tenant stays beyond the lease term without permission. So a fixed-term lease fits the description of running for a definite, fixed period with a defined start and end.