Property OwnershipIntermediateAlabama Exam

Which of the following is an example of personal property that would become real property (a fixture) upon installation?

AA freestanding refrigerator
BA built-in bookcase affixed to the wallCorrect
CA window air conditioning unit, in general
DA garden hose

Why A built-in bookcase affixed to the wall Is Correct

Answer B: A built-in bookcase affixed to the wall

A built-in bookcase that is permanently affixed to the wall is a fixture and therefore real property. The other items remain personal property.

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