Real Estate Transactions - Reversion

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What is the primary significance of the term 'reversion' in real estate transactions?

It concerns the lessor's rights upon lease termination. (correct)
It refers to a mortgage default clause.
It indicates the state's rights to unclaimed property.
It describes a legal action for water rights.

In which situation would a reversionary interest most commonly occur?

When the mortgage is fully paid off.
When the property is inherited directly.
When the property is sold outright with no conditions.
When a property is rented out with a lease agreement. (correct)

Which of the following best describes a 'lessor' in the context of reversion?

The original owner granting the lease. (correct)
A bank that provides a mortgage loan.
A government entity regulating land use.
A tenant who occupies the property.

Under what condition does a reversionary interest NOT occur?

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What type of estate is primarily associated with the concept of reversion?

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Flashcards

Reversion in Real Estate

The right of a property owner (lessor) to regain possession after a lease expires. It's like a lease's expiration date, where the property returns to the original owner.

Life Estate

A type of ownership where the property owner has the right to possess and use the property for their lifetime, but the ownership reverts to someone else after their death.

Leasehold Estate

A type of ownership where the property owner has a right to use and possess the property for a specific period, as defined in a lease agreement.

Fee Simple

A type of ownership where the property owner has the most complete rights to the property, including full ownership, use, and disposal.

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Foreclosure

The process by which a lender takes possession of a property when a borrower fails to make loan payments as agreed. It's like a lender getting back their property if payments are missed.

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Study Notes

Real Estate Transactions - Reversion

In real estate transactions, reversion refers to the right of the grantor or lessor to regain possession of the property when the estate conveyed is less than a fee simple.
Examples of interests less than fee simple include a life estate or a leasehold estate.
Reversion occurs by operation of law, meaning it happens automatically under the law, not because of an action by any party.