ALP ALP Real Estate & Property Law

Question 1

What legal instrument transfers ownership of real property from a seller to a buyer?

Accepted Answer

Deed

Answer

A deed is the written instrument that conveys title to real property from the grantor to the grantee.

Question 2

What is 'eminent domain' in U.S. property law?

Accepted Answer

The government's power to take private property for public use with just compensation

Answer

Eminent domain is the constitutional power of federal, state, and local governments to take private property for public use, conditioned on payment of just compensation.

Question 3

A 'lien' on real property represents:

Accepted Answer

A legal claim against the property as security for a debt or obligation

Answer

A lien is a security interest or legal claim attached to real property that must generally be satisfied before the property can be transferred free and clear.

Question 4

What does title insurance protect against in a real estate transaction?

Accepted Answer

Financial losses from title defects or ownership disputes discovered after closing

Answer

Title insurance protects buyers and lenders from financial loss due to defects in title such as undiscovered liens, encumbrances, or competing ownership claims.

Question 5

An 'easement' in property law is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The right to use another person's land for a specific, defined purpose

Answer

An easement is a nonpossessory right to use another party's property for a specific purpose, such as access or utility installation.

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ALP ALP Real Estate & Property Law