Estate in Land
/ˈɛsteɪt ɪn lænd/
Definitions
- (n.) An interest or right in real property, determining the extent and duration of ownership or possession.
She holds a life estate in land, allowing her to use the property during her lifetime.
- (n.) A freehold or nonfreehold interest in real property recognized by law.
The tenant acquired a leasehold estate in land for five years.
Forms
- estates in land
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Commentary
The term broadly covers various possessory interests in land, including freehold estates (like fee simple and life estates) and leasehold estates; precise distinction in drafting can clarify rights and durations.
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