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Lena granted her neighbor a recorded right to cross her land to reach the neighbor's barn and pasture. Two years later, the neighbor sold that benefited parcel to Chris. No release was signed. What is the most likely result?

Correct Answer

B) The right ordinarily passes to Chris because it benefits the land

Because the crossing right benefits the neighboring parcel, it is ordinarily an easement appurtenant rather than a personal privilege. Easements appurtenant generally transfer automatically with the dominant estate to Chris unless validly terminated.

Answer Options
A
The right ends because only the original neighbor could use it
B
The right ordinarily passes to Chris because it benefits the land
C
The right becomes a month-to-month license for Chris
D
The right converts into a judgment lien against Lena's parcel

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Related Concepts

A freehold estate represents ownership of real property with an indefinite duration.

Joint tenancy is a form of co-ownership in which two or more persons hold equal, undivided interests in property with the right of survivorship. When one joint tenant dies, their interest automatically passes to the surviving joint tenants.

A leasehold estate grants the right to possess and use property for a defined period of time, without conferring ownership.

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