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What is the difference between lease agreement and rent agreement? I the owner of a flat, which one would be better for me while renting out flats to one family?
asked Sep 19, 2017 in Legal Matters by Shaista Khan (42 points) | 103 views

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Hi, in case of Pune/Maharsahtra, there is usually not much difference between the two. A rent agreement is for a 11 month period, after which it must be renewed. A lease agreement is more long-term ( 3 years and upwards). But yes, you can make a 3 year rent agreement too and register it accordingly.
Usually however, rent agreement is used in connection with residential properties and lease agreement in connection with commercial properties.
answered Sep 20, 2017 by Mahesh Date (19 points)
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