IA Bar Property Law 2

Question 1

In Iowa, what is the difference between a joint tenancy and a tenancy in common?

Accepted Answer

Joint tenancy includes the right of survivorship; tenancy in common does not

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They are identical forms of ownership

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Tenancy in common requires a marriage relationship

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Joint tenancy applies only to personal property

Question 2

Under Iowa law, what is eminent domain?

Accepted Answer

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

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The right of a property owner to evict tenants

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A type of property tax exemption

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The right to use a neighbor's land

Question 3

What is a quitclaim deed in Iowa?

Accepted Answer

A deed that transfers whatever interest the grantor has without any warranties

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A deed with full title guarantees

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A deed used only for government transfers

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A temporary transfer document

Question 4

In Iowa, what is the landlord's duty regarding the habitability of rental property?

Accepted Answer

Landlords must maintain the property in a condition fit for human habitation

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Landlords have no maintenance obligations

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Only commercial landlords have habitability duties

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Tenants are responsible for all repairs

Question 5

What is a lien in Iowa property law?

Accepted Answer

A legal claim against property as security for a debt

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Full ownership of property

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A type of easement

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A rental agreement

Question 6

Under Iowa law, what is a fixture?

Accepted Answer

Personal property that has been permanently attached to real property and becomes part of it

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Any movable item in a building

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Only plumbing and electrical systems

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Furniture provided by the landlord