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Peppercorn rent agreement templatePeppercorn Rent Agreement • November 7th, 2024
Peppercorn rent is an unconventional lease agreement where landlords charge a token amount as rent instead of the property's market rental value. This unusual practice dates back to medieval England, when landlords would accept one or two peppercorns per year as symbolic rent payments. Today, peppercorn rent refers to any lease with a nominal rent amount, even if actual peppercorns are no longer paid. Peppercorn rent creates a legally binding contract between a landlord and tenant, allowing the tenant to use the property at a minimal cost. This arrangement is commonly used for leasing historical sites, providing affordable housing, and supporting community initiatives and non- profits. To establish a sound peppercorn rent agreement, legal compliance, formal contracts, defined terms, rights, and responsibilities are essential. While peppercorn rent can benefit tenants through affordability, it may have limitations like fewer rights. Landlords benefit from asset preservation but lose inc
