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Under the Real Property Act, when can a caveat be lodged against Torrens title land?

Correct Answer

A) Only when the caveator claims a legal or equitable interest in the land itself.

A caveat can only be lodged by someone claiming a legitimate legal or equitable interest in the land itself, such as under a contract of sale, mortgage, or beneficial interest. Financial interests alone or general objections to development do not provide sufficient grounds for lodging a caveat.

Answer Options
A
Only when the caveator claims a legal or equitable interest in the land itself.
B
Whenever someone has a financial reason to stop the property being sold.
C
Whenever the owner owes money to an unsecured creditor that has not been paid.
D
Whenever a neighbour objects to a development proposed on the land.

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