Final answer:
When a tenant stays beyond a lease's term and the landlord accepts rent, a tenancy at will or a periodic tenancy like a month-to-month lease can be created, requiring a notice (usually 30 days) for termination.
Step-by-step explanation:
If a tenant remains in a property after the lease has expired, and if the landlord continues to accept rent from that tenant, a tenancy at will or a periodic tenancy can be automatically created, depending on the jurisdiction. A tenancy at will doesn't have a set end date and continues until either the landlord or tenant decides to terminate it, usually upon giving notice as outlined in the original lease terms. On the other hand, a periodic tenancy, such as month-to-month lease, renews automatically at the end of each period (e.g., each month) unless either party provides notice of termination, typically requiring a 30-day notice.