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In the case of abandoned property, who has the highest claim to the property?

  • None of the above
  • True owner
  • Finder (correct)
  • Property owner

What distinguishes lost property from mislaid property?

  • Lost property is involuntarily parted, whereas mislaid property is forgotten. (correct)
  • Lost property is intentionally placed, while mislaid property is not.
  • There is no difference; both terms are interchangeable.
  • Lost property has a higher hierarchy of ownership than mislaid property.

What defines treasure trove regarding its possession?

  • Old property with antiquity value found concealed in the earth. (correct)
  • Property that is lost and left without hope of retrieval.
  • Items that are recent and easily accessible.
  • Any type of property found hidden in a building.

In the hierarchy of property claims for mislaid property, who has the lowest claim?

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What happens to property that is deemed abandoned?

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What happens to a tenant's interest upon their death in a tenancy in common?

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In a joint tenancy with right of survivorship, what occurs when one tenant dies?

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Which fiduciary duty requires a trustee to act solely for the benefit of the beneficiary?

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What is the result of partitioning in terms of property ownership?

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What is the primary characteristic of a tenancy by the entirety regarding death?

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What is the effect of destruction on a lease agreement?

<p>It has no effect on the lease termination. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a security deposit in residential leases?

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Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is not a protected characteristic?

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What must a landlord provide within 30 days of lease termination regarding the security deposit?

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What is a tenant's risk when opting for an abonnement?

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What is necessary for a landlord to receive rent under a lease?

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What defines a sublease in comparison to an assignment?

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Under what rule can a landlord withhold consent for a lease transfer without constraints?

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What does the Non-Disturbance clause ensure for the tenant?

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What is the significance of the original tenant's liability even after a transfer?

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What is a requirement of the subordination clause?

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In the context of lease transfers, what does the term 'attornment' refer to?

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What is meant by 'retention of a limited right of reentry' in lease transfers?

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What defines a possessory estate?

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Under what condition do future interests become effective when created by a will?

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Which of the following statements about Fee Simple Absolute (FSA) is accurate?

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How are possessory estates and future interests created?

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What happens to a possessory estate when the holder dies?

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What distinguishes trespass to chattels from conversion?

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Which element is NOT necessary for a valid gift to be made?

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Which type of delivery does NOT physically transfer the property but assures possession?

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What is an example of a causa mortis gift?

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What is meant by equitable conversion in property ownership?

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Which option correctly describes what happens if a property transaction fails?

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In the context of stolen property, when can conversion claims be made?

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What accurately describes the effect of delivery on gifts?

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What is considered 'voluntary waste' in a rental property context?

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Under what circumstance is a tenant obligated to restore accidental damages?

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What constitutes a breach of the Implied Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment?

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Which of the following is NOT an element required to prove constructive eviction?

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What is a key distinction between fixtures and trade fixtures?

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What is the primary objective of the Implied Warranty of Habitability?

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What is the first step in the Restatement test to trigger the Dependent Covenant?

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Which of the following actions would NOT be considered waste by a tenant?

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What is one of the key requirements for a tenant to terminate a lease due to the Dependent Covenant?

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What legal principle prevents tenants from claiming fixtures they add to a rental property?

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Flashcards

Abandoned Property

Property voluntarily given up by the owner, with no expectation of getting it back. The finder has claim.

Lost Property

Property involuntarily lost, without the owner intending to part with it.

Mislaid Property

Property intentionally placed somewhere and then forgotten. Owner of the property where it was found has claim.

Treasure Trove

Hidden valuable items, often old, concealed in the earth or building. Only applies to money-like items

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Owner's Claim

True owner has highest claim on property; next is property owner where the property was found; followed by finder.

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Tenancy in Common

A type of joint ownership where each tenant has an undivided interest in the property, and their interest passes to their heirs upon death.

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Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship

A type of joint ownership where the surviving tenant(s) automatically inherit the deceased tenant's entire interest in the property.

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Tenancy by the Entirety

A type of joint ownership specific to married couples, where each spouse owns the entire property, and the surviving spouse inherits the whole property upon the other's death.

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Partition

The process of dividing a jointly owned property into separate interests, often by selling it and distributing the proceeds proportionally.

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Duty of Loyalty

A trustee's obligation to act solely in the best interests of the beneficiary, putting their needs ahead of their own.

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Conversion

A civil wrong where someone intentionally interferes with another's property, depriving them of its value. This applies when the property is stolen or is considered a total loss due to damage, even if no tangible damage is present.

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Trespass to Chattels

A civil wrong where someone interferes with the use of another person's property, resulting in some loss of value, but less severe than conversion. The interference can be indirect or through temporary control.

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Inter Vivos Gift

A gift given by a donor during their lifetime, which cannot be taken back (irrevocable).

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Bequest

A gift of personal property given to someone through a will.

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Devise

A gift of real property (land) given to someone through a will.

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Causa Mortis Gift

A gift made by a donor during their lifetime in the belief that they are about to die. It can be revoked (taken back) if the donor recovers.

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Equitable Conversion

The legal concept where ownership is split into legal title (ownership on paper) and equitable title (ownership rights and benefits).

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Legal Title

The official ownership of a property, usually documented on paper, but doesn't necessarily mean the owner has all the benefits.

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Equitable Title

The right to the benefits and risks of ownership, even if you're not the legal owner on paper.

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What is the difference between an assignment and a sublease?

An assignment transfers all rights and obligations of a lease to a new tenant (assignee), while a sublease only transfers a portion of the leasehold interest, with the original tenant (lessor) retaining a right of reentry.

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What is privity of contract?

The legal relationship between two parties to a contract, where each party is bound by the terms of the agreement.

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What is the majority rule regarding the right of reentry?

The majority rule states that a transfer of all leasehold rights with a limited right of reentry for default is still considered an assignment.

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What is the minority rule regarding the right of reentry?

The minority rule states that even a limited right of reentry means not all rights were transferred, making it a sublease.

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What is subordination in a lease?

Subordination means a tenant agrees to lower its interest in the property to the interests of a purchaser or lender, who will have a higher priority.

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What is attornment in a lease?

Attornment is when a tenant agrees to pay rent to a new owner of the property.

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What does a non-disturbance clause in a lease do?

A non-disturbance clause ensures that a tenant can continue to enjoy the leasehold rights even if the property is sold or refinanced.

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What are the common lease clauses regarding tenant transfers?

Leases can have clauses allowing transfer with no restriction, requiring consent without limitations, or requiring consent with limitations.

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Surrender (Lease Termination)

Both the tenant and landlord agree to end the lease, either explicitly or through their actions.

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Abonnement (Lease Termination)

The tenant unilaterally decides to move out, but the landlord doesn't agree. The lease isn't automatically terminated, but the landlord can choose to continue it or terminate it.

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Security Deposit (Residential)

Funds held by the landlord to cover repairs caused by the tenant. Any unused amount must be returned to the tenant within 30 days after lease termination.

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Fair Housing Act

A law prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, sex, religion, and handicaps. It doesn't apply to age.

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Landlord's Duty to Mitigate

The landlord has a responsibility to try and find a new tenant as soon as possible when a tenant leaves the lease.

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Possessory Estate

A current right to possess and use a property. This right exists now, not in the future.

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Future Interest

A right to possess and use a property in the future, after a current owner's interest ends.

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Fee Simple Absolute (FSA)

The most complete form of ownership, granting the owner full control over the property, with no future interests attached.

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How are Possessory Estates and Future Interests Created?

They're created through deeds, which take immediate effect, or wills, which become effective after the grantor dies.

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Waste (in landlord-tenant law)

Conduct by a tenant that damages the property beyond normal wear and tear, harming the landlord's future ownership interest.

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Voluntary Waste

Intentional damage to a property by a tenant, such as punching a hole in the wall.

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Ordinary Use

Normal wear and tear on a rental property that does not constitute waste, such as nail holes from hanging pictures.

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Tenant's Duty at Lease End - Silent Lease

If the lease doesn't specify the condition of the property at the end, the tenant generally doesn't have to restore accidental damages.

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Tenant's Duty at Lease End - Maintenance Lease

If the lease requires the tenant to maintain the premises, they are usually not obligated to fix accidental damages.

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Tenant's Duty at Lease End - Good Condition Lease

If the lease requires the tenant to return the property in the same condition as when they started, they must repair accidental damages.

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Implied Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment

A landlord's promise that a tenant can peacefully use the rental property without significant interference from the landlord.

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Constructive Eviction

When a landlord's actions make the property so unusable that the tenant is forced to leave, even though there's no formal eviction order.

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Implied Warranty of Habitability

A landlord's promise that the rental property is safe and suitable for living, including essential features like working plumbing and heat.

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Dependent Covenant

A tenant can terminate a lease and stop paying rent if the landlord breaks a significant promise that induced the tenant to rent the property, and the tenant gave the landlord a fair chance to fix it.

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Study Notes

Abandoned Property

  • Voluntary abandonment: Owner gives up possession, relinquishes claim. Finder gains possession.
  • Involuntary loss: Owner loses possession unintentionally (e.g., overboard). Finder gains possession but not ownership. Highest priority is true owner.

Lost Property

  • Owner unintentionally loses possession due to neglect, carelessness, or accident.
  • Order of claim: True owner > Finder > Property owner.

Mislaid Property

  • Owner intentionally places in a location, forgets it.
  • Order of claim: True owner > Property owner > Finder.

Treasure Trove

  • Property of old, significant historical value. Concealed underground or in a structure.
  • Only applies to valuable metals (gold, silver, etc.), money, and plate; not everyday items.
  • Order of claim: True owner > Finder > Property owner.

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Test your knowledge on the principles of abandoned, lost, mislaid, and treasure trove properties. Understand the nuances of possession and ownership in various scenarios. This quiz will help you grasp how different types of property are handled legally.

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