Property Ownership: Methods of Acquisition and Transfer

Question 1

Which of the following is **NOT** a legal way to acquire property?

Accepted Answer

Occupying an abandoned property without the owner's permission

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Purchasing a property from its owner

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Receiving a property as a gift from its owner

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Gaining ownership of a property through adverse possession

Question 2

What is adverse possession? Give an example to demonstrate your understanding.

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Adverse possession is a legal concept that allows someone to gain ownership of land they don't own by possessing it for a set period.

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Adverse possession is the process of transferring property ownership to another person.

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Adverse possession is a type of lease where one party gives temporary possession of land to another.

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Adverse possession is the process of inheriting land from a deceased relative.

Question 3

What legal document is used to transfer ownership of real property?

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Deed

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Contract

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Will

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Lease

Question 4

Under which of the following circumstances can a person acquire property through **adverse possession**?

Accepted Answer

Possessing the property for a period of at least 10 years openly and notoriously

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Paying property taxes on the property for a period of at least 5 years

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Having a written agreement with the true owner to occupy the property

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Inheriting the property from a family member

Question 5

What is the key difference between a fee simple and a life estate?

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A life estate is an ownership interest that lasts for the life of the owner, while a fee simple is an ownership interest that lasts forever.

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A fee simple is an ownership interest that lasts for the life of the owner, while a life estate is an ownership interest that lasts forever.

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A fee simple can be inherited by the owner's heirs, while a life estate cannot.

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A life estate can be transferred to another person, while a fee simple cannot.

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a title search?

Accepted Answer

To establish the chain of title for a property

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To determine if there are any liens or encumbrances on a property

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To verify the identity of the property owner

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To ensure that the property is in compliance with zoning laws

Question 7

Which legal principle protects landowners from liability for injuries sustained by trespassers?

Accepted Answer

The trespasser's liability doctrine

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The attractive nuisance doctrine

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The negligence doctrine

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The comparative negligence doctrine

Question 8

Eminent domain refers to:

Accepted Answer

The right of the government to acquire private property for public use

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The right of private landowners to acquire property from the government

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The right of property owners to exclude trespassers from their property

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The right of tenants to occupy property owned by landlords

Question 9

In the context of the law, what is the definition of property?

Accepted Answer

Rights and interests in land and personal property

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All the things a person owns

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Having complete physical control over an object

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a recognized method for acquiring property?

Accepted Answer

Trespassing

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Purchase

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Gift

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Inheritance

Question 11

What type of deed offers the most limited warranties regarding the property's title and condition?

Accepted Answer

Quitclaim deed

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Warranty deed

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Bargain and sale deed

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Special warranty deed

Question 12

In a joint tenancy, what occurs to the deceased owner's share of the property upon their passing?

Accepted Answer

It passes automatically to the surviving owner(s) by operation of law.

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It is distributed among the deceased owner's legal heirs.

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It reverts back to the original grantor.

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It is sold, and the proceeds are distributed to the deceased owner's estate.

Question 13

What is the primary purpose of creating a will?

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To distribute property and assets after one's death

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To appoint legal guardians for minor children

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To establish trusts for specific purposes

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To minimize taxes and probate fees

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT considered a type of easement?

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Restrictive easement

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Easement appurtenant

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Easement in gross

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Implied easement

Question 15

Which of the following is a common method for officially recording the transfer of real estate ownership?

Accepted Answer

Filing a deed with the appropriate government office

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Filing a notice of lis pendens

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Placing a physical marker on the property

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Announcing the transfer in a local newspaper

Question 16

What is the most common legal remedy for a breach of a restrictive covenant?

Accepted Answer

Injunction to prevent further violations

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Damages to compensate for financial losses

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Rescission of the contract

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Specific performance to force compliance

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of eminent domain?

Accepted Answer

Government can take property for private use

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Government must have a valid public purpose for taking the property

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Government must provide just compensation to the property owner

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Government cannot take property without the owner's consent

Question 18

Which of the following methods does NOT result in the acquisition of property?

Accepted Answer

Developing a new invention

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Purchasing property

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Receiving a gift of property

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Inheriting property

Question 19

What legal document正式 confirms the transfer of property ownership?

Accepted Answer

Property deed

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Lease agreement

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Mortgage contract

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Real estate contract

Question 20

What is the fundamental distinction between a fee simple and a life estate?

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Both A and B are true.

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Fee simple ownership is perpetual, while a life estate terminates upon the owner's death.

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A fee simple allows for property transfer during the owner's lifetime, unlike a life estate.

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Neither A nor B is true.

Question 21

What is a primary advantage of joint tenancy ownership?

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Right of survivorship

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Unity of possession

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Right to divide and sell the property

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Unequal ownership shares among tenants

Question 22

Which legal principle establishes that individuals own the land they possess but not the airspace above it?

Accepted Answer

Doctrine of Cujus Est Solum

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Doctrine of Eminent Domain

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Rule of Capture

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Doctrine of Riparian Rights

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a recognized method of acquiring property ownership?

Accepted Answer

Squatting

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Purchase

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Gift

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Inheritance

Question 24

The primary purpose of a deed is to:

Accepted Answer

Transfer ownership of real estate

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Grant a temporary interest in real estate

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Secure a debt or obligation

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Create a restriction on the use of real estate

Question 25

Adverse possession refers to:

Accepted Answer

Acquiring ownership of property through prolonged, open, and exclusive possession without the owner's consent

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Obtaining a property title through inheritance or gift

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Transferring property ownership through a legal agreement

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Establishing a legal easement on someone else's property

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for acquiring property through adverse possession?

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Knowledge and consent of the true owner

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Open and exclusive possession

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Continuous possession for a specified period

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Hostile possession

Question 27

A will is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Transfer ownership of property after the maker's death

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Establish a trust for managing assets

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Create a life estate for a designated person

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Appoint a guardian for minor children

Question 28

The doctrine of merger applies when:

Accepted Answer

Two or more property interests held by the same person merge into a single, larger interest

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Adjacent properties are combined to form a single, larger parcel

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An easement is extinguished due to non-use

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A life estate terminates, resulting in the remainder interest becoming possessory

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a legal requirement for a valid will?

Accepted Answer

Court filing

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Written form

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Testator's signature

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Two witnesses

Question 30

What is the term for possession of property without the owner's consent for an extended period?

Accepted Answer

Adverse possession

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Squatting

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Trespassing

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Eminent domain

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a type of easement?

Accepted Answer

Leasehold interest

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Easement in gross

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Easement appurtenant

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Negative easement

Question 32

What legal principle states that a landowner owns everything attached to the land?

Accepted Answer

Doctrine of fixtures

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Doctrine of accretion

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Doctrine of appurtenance

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Doctrine of eminent domain

Question 33

What is the primary purpose of a deed in property law?

Accepted Answer

To transfer ownership of property

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To create a lien on property

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To lease property

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To mortgage property

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for acquiring property through adverse possession?

Accepted Answer

Written notice to the owner

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Open and notorious possession

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Exclusive possession

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Hostile possession

Question 35

What is the main purpose of an easement in property law?

Accepted Answer

To grant a right to use another person's property

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To create a lien on property

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To transfer ownership of property

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To lease property

Question 36

Which of the following would be considered a real property fixture?

Accepted Answer

A built-in dishwasher

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A freestanding bookshelf

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A painting hanging on a wall

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A lawnmower

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a traditional property interest?

Accepted Answer

Lease

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Fee simple

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Life estate

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Easement

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a method of acquiring property?

Accepted Answer

Renting

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Purchasing

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Receiving as a gift

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Inheriting

Question 39

What is the legal document used to transfer ownership of real property?

Accepted Answer

Deed

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Mortgage

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Lease

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Contract

Question 40

Which method of acquiring property involves taking possession of and occupying someone else's property without their consent for a specified period?

Accepted Answer

Adverse possession

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Receiving as a gift

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Purchasing

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Inheriting

Question 41

What is the primary purpose of a will?

Accepted Answer

To transfer property after the testator's death

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To grant a lease

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To convey real property

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To record a mortgage

Question 42

What is the legal term for the right to use and occupy someone else's property for a specific period of time?

Accepted Answer

Lease

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Mortgage

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Deed

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Easement

Question 43

What is the principle that states that a person cannot transfer greater rights in property than they have?

Accepted Answer

Nemo dat quod non habet

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Rule of priority

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Statute of Frauds

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Doctrine of estoppel

Question 44

Which of the following is a method of acquiring property by adverse possession?

Accepted Answer

Open and notorious possession for the statutory period

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Inheriting the property from a relative

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Taking possession by force

Question 45

What type of deed provides the strongest guarantee against potential defects in title?

Accepted Answer

General warranty deed

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Quitclaim deed

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Bargain and sale deed

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Special warranty deed

Question 46

According to the law, which of the following is a requirement for a valid will?

Accepted Answer

Signatures from the testator and two witnesses

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Notarization by a lawyer

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Execution on a specific type of paper

Question 47

In a real estate transaction, what is the primary function of an escrow account?

Accepted Answer

To hold funds and documents until specific conditions are satisfied

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To insure the purchased property

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To pay ongoing property taxes

Question 48

What is the legal term that describes the transfer of property ownership from one party to another?

Accepted Answer

Conveyance

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Sale

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Gift

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Purchase

Question 49

Which of the following is an example of an easement?

Accepted Answer

Right of way

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Mortgage

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Deed

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Lien

Question 50

What is the fundamental difference between a fee simple and a life estate?

Accepted Answer

A fee simple grants indefinite ownership, while a life estate terminates upon the owner's death.

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A fee simple is a temporary ownership interest, while a life estate is indefinite.

Question 51

Which method of property transfer upon death is NOT recognized?

Accepted Answer

By gift

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By joint tenancy

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By intestacy

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By will

Question 52

What is the main purpose of conducting a title search?

Accepted Answer

To identify any liens or encumbrances affecting the property

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To determine the property's value

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To obtain property insurance