Tenancy at Will

A tenancy at will is terminable by either party or upon the death of either party.  No particular formal notice to terminate is required.  However, some courts have required the landowner to demand possession and allow a reasonable time for the occupant to vacate.  

If a lease is terminable at the will of only one party courts have interpreted the agreement variously as terminable by either party, a life estate, or even a fee simple title. 

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