#1
Which of the following is a type of real property?
Land
ExplanationReal property refers to land and anything permanently attached to it.
#2
What is the main difference between personal property and real property?
Personal property is movable, while real property is immovable
ExplanationPersonal property refers to movable items, while real property includes land and anything attached to it.
#3
What does 'fee simple' ownership mean?
Absolute ownership
ExplanationFee simple ownership grants the owner absolute ownership rights with no limitations.
#4
Which of the following is not considered a 'bundle of rights' associated with real property ownership?
Right to abandon
ExplanationThe right to abandon is not typically considered a part of the bundle of rights, which includes the right to use, possess, transfer, and exclude others from the property.
#5
What is an easement in real property?
A right to use another's property for a specific purpose
ExplanationAn easement is a legal right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
#6
What is a 'deed' in real estate?
A legal document transferring ownership of real property
ExplanationA deed is a legal document that transfers ownership of real property from one party to another.
#7
What is 'eminent domain'?
The process of obtaining property through condemnation for public use with compensation to the owner
ExplanationEminent domain is the government's power to take private property for public use, with compensation to the owner.
#8
What is 'zoning' in real estate?
The process of dividing land into different categories for specific use
ExplanationZoning is the process of dividing land into different zones or categories, such as residential, commercial, or industrial, for specific land use purposes.
#9
What is the doctrine of adverse possession?
A legal concept allowing someone to claim ownership of property by using it openly and without the owner's permission for a specified period
ExplanationAdverse possession is a legal doctrine that allows a person to claim ownership of land under certain conditions, such as continuous and open use for a specified period of time.
#10
What does 'encumbrance' mean in real property?
A legal claim against a property
ExplanationAn encumbrance is a legal claim or lien against a property, which may affect its transfer or use.
#11
What is 'adverse possession'?
A legal concept allowing someone to claim ownership of property by using it openly and without the owner's permission for a specified period
ExplanationAdverse possession is a legal concept that allows a person to claim ownership of land by using it openly, continuously, and without the owner's permission for a specified period of time.
#12
What is the difference between a 'mortgage' and a 'deed of trust'?
A mortgage involves two parties while a deed of trust involves three parties
ExplanationA mortgage is a loan agreement between a borrower and a lender, while a deed of trust involves three parties: the borrower, the lender, and a trustee who holds legal title to the property until the loan is paid off.
#13
What is 'reversion' in real estate?
The return of property to the original owner after a specified event or period
ExplanationReversion is the return of property to the original owner or their heirs after a specified event or period, such as the end of a lease.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a type of easement?
Exclusive easement
ExplanationAn exclusive easement is a type of easement that grants the holder exclusive rights to use a property for a specific purpose, typically preventing the property owner from using it in the same way.