The main difference between leasing and renting a property is the length of the contract. Leasehold is usually granted for at least 21 years and can last as long as 999 years.
A leasehold agreement will outline the length of the lease – It usually starts off at 125 years or 1000 years. Essentially, this means you rent your property on a 125 or 1000 year contract. Unlike a normal rental property, you own this lease and have the right to sell it to someone else.
In the law of several US states, a 99-year lease will always be the longest possible contract for realty by statute, but many states have enacted shorter terms and some allow infinite terms.
No lease or grant of any town or city lot, which reserves any rent or service of any kind, and which provides for a leasing or granting period in excess of 99 years, shall be valid.
Notwithstanding the 55-year limitation imposed by Section 718, property owned by, or held by, or under the management and control of, any city, or any department or board thereof, may be leased for a period which exceeds 55 years but does not exceed 99 years, if all of the following conditions are met: (a) The lease ...
How to write a California lease agreement Identify the parties involved. Clearly state the names and contact information of both the landlord and the prospective tenant. Define the rental property. Specify the lease term. Outline rent and payment terms. Include important provisions. Comply with legal requirements.