Asked by Vanessa Huynh on Jul 16, 2024
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Brady acquired a block of land in fee simple under a Crown Patent. He divided the block into two parcels: Whiteacre and Blackacre. He kept Whiteacre, but granted Blackacre to Drucker for life, then to Evans. Brady died possessed of Whiteacre, leaving the land to Crader. Drucker is not free to charge or dispose of any part of Blackacre without Evans' consent.
Crown Patent
An official document transferring land from the Crown (government) to an individual, entity, or corporation, granting them ownership.
Fee Simple
The highest level of land ownership, giving the owner complete control over the property, subject to government laws.
Life Estate
A legal interest in property that lasts for the duration of a person's life, allowing them to use the property but not sell it outright.
- Recognize the distinct categories of land estates and describe their principal qualities.
- Evaluate the effect of death on property ownership under different forms of co-ownership.
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Quentin AbramoJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Since Drucker holds Blackacre for life with a remainder to Evans, Drucker has a life estate, and Evans has a future interest (remainder). Drucker cannot charge or dispose of any part of Blackacre without affecting Evans' future interest, thus requiring Evans' consent for such actions.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the distinct categories of land estates and describe their principal qualities.
- Evaluate the effect of death on property ownership under different forms of co-ownership.