Ruth moves into one of Meryl's Maine beach houses on an oral lease agreement that is to run for 24 months. In Maine, leases that run for longer than one year must be in writing to be enforceable. Meryl has accepted Ruth's rent for two months.

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Since the lease was oral and for more than one year, it is not enforceable under the Statute of Frauds. However, by accepting rent, a periodic tenancy is created.

Ruth Moves into One of Meryl's Maine Beach Houses on an Oral