Real Property NY Distinctions Flashcards
Equitable conversion: Who bears the risk of loss in NY?
The seller. The risk of property loss remains that of the seller until buyer (1) takes possession of the property OR (2) title is transferred, whichever is first.
What is a fee simple determinable called in New York?
Fee on limitation
What is a fee simple subject to condition subsequent called in New York?
Fee on condition
What is a right of re-entry called in New York? (three terms)
Right of entry / power of termination / right of reacquisition
What is a vested remainder subject to complete defeasance called in NY?
Remainder vested subject to complete defeasement / reaminder vested subject to total divestment
What are contingent remainders / executory interests called in New York?
Remainders subject to condition precedent
Does termination of the preceding estate terminate a remainder subject to condition precedent in NY?
No. Unlike the common law, remainders are not subject to destructibility.
What three common law doctrines have been abolished in New York?
(1) fee tail
(2) rule of shelley’s case
(3) doctrine of worthier title
Is a right of reacquisition transferable to a third party in New York?
yes. Transferable like any possessory estate.
What must you do to preserve a future interest in land in New York?
Must record “Declaration of Intention to Preserve Restrictions on Use of Land” between 27 and 30 years after interest was created. Can refile very 9-10 years after that.
Are right of reverters automatically exercised in New York?
No. Must petition to retain possession of the property.
Does New York follow the “wait and see” approach to the RAP?
No.
Has New York changed the fertile octogenarian rule in the RAP?
Yes. NY presumes that a woman over 55yo cannot have additional children.
Does the RAP apply to commercial options in NY?
Yes. And corporations cannot be measuring lives. Options must be exercised within 21 years unless there is a measuring life.
When can a life tenant make changes to a property (ameliorative waste) in NY? (5 steps)
(1) alteration is one a “prudent owner” would make
(2) alteration will not reduce market value
(3) alteration does not violate express terms of any agreement
(4) life expectancy of life tenant is 5 years or more, AND
(5) future interest holders are given notice 30 days prior
Is NY a lien theory or title theory state?
Lien theory. Liens do not sever a joint tenancy.