life estate
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Your husband’s three children could, it’s true, make it difficult for you if the life estate is not suitably specific.
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Your stepson is estranged from your father and may even be unhappy with your being given a life estate in his father’s home.
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You could create a “life estate” or “right of occupancy” deed.
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‘He plans to leave me a life estate in the condo and the ability to receive rent from his properties’
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Or, you and your spouse might get a life estate.
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