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Under South Dakota law, which of the following is considered real property?

Correct Answer

B) A built-in dishwasher

A built-in dishwasher is a fixture — personal property that has been permanently attached to real property and therefore becomes part of the real property. Portable items and those not permanently attached generally remain personal property.

Answer Options
A
A portable storage shed sitting on blocks
B
A built-in dishwasher
C
A dining room table
D
Window curtains hung on a rod

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Related Topics:

personal-propertytrade-fixturesremoval-damage-testbuyer-seller-disputes

Key Terms:

fixturepersonal propertypermanently attachedMARIA testconveys with sale

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