What happens when there is no rental agreement?

What Happens if there is No Rental Agreement?

• In the absence of a formal rental agreement, the tenancy is often considered a "tenancy-at-will" or "oral tenancy." This means that the tenant occupies the property with the landlord's permission but without a written contract specifying the terms and conditions of the tenancy.
• The terms and conditions of the tenancy, including the rent amount, duration, maintenance responsibilities, and other terms, may be orally agreed upon between the landlord and tenant.

• The tenant is still obligated to pay rent to the landlord, usually on a monthly basis, unless otherwise agreed upon orally. The rent amount may be determined based on mutual understanding or by prevailing market rates.
• Both the landlord and tenant have certain legal rights and protections under the relevant Rent Control Act, even in the absence of a written agreement. For example, landlords cannot arbitrarily evict tenants, and tenants have the right to peaceful enjoyment of the rented premises.
•  In case of disputes between the landlord and tenant, such as non-payment of rent or maintenance issues, resolution may be more complicated without a written rental agreement. Both parties may need to rely on oral evidence and legal proceedings to resolve the dispute.