Property Law Flashcards

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What does Real Property include?

A

Land, Buildings fixed to the land, and Property under/above the land.

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What are the characteristics of a deed?

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Must be in writing Signed Description of Property Delivered Recorded

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What are the characteristics of a Mortgage?

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Must be in writing Signed Description of property Delivered

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What are the characteristics of a lease?

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No writing required if < 1 year Warranty of habitability is implied Death does not terminate a lease Sale of property does not terminate a lease

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What is personal property?

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Tangible property; such as cars; equipment; etc. Intangible property such as patents; trademarks; copyrights; etc.

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What are the three requirements for a gift?

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Intent for it to be a gift Delivery of the gift Acceptance of the gift

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What are the rights of found property?

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Lost property - Finder’s rights to property are less than Owner’s Abandoned property - Finder’s rights to property are greater than Owner’s

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What is tenancy in common?

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Undivided interest in a portion of the property Upon death; property goes to decedent’s heirs

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What is joint tenancy?

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Undivided interest in entire property Upon death; property goes to other joint tenants

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