OWNERSHIP: SECTION 16, TRANSFER OF PROPERTY BY WILL Flashcards
What does it mean to die “TESTATE”?
To have died with a valid will in place.
What are the conditions for a person to have a valid will?
1) Must be of legal age
2) Must have a sound mind
What does it mean to have died “INTESTATE”?
To have died without a valid will and place.
Who is the “TESTATOR”?
The deceased person who had made a will.
What is the definition of “DEVISE”?
Transfer of Real Estate (Real Property) through a will.
What is the definition of “DEVISEE”?
Receiver of real property through a will.
What is the definition of “BEQUEST”?
The transfer of personal property through I will.
What is the definition of an “EXECUTOR”?
The person named in the will to carry out conditions of the will.
What is the definition of “EXECUTORS DEED”?
The type of deed used to transfer property to those named in the will.