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A buyer in Alaska has been given possession of a property before closing under a 'pre-closing occupancy agreement.' If the sale falls through, the buyer's status is most like a:
AFee simple owner
BTenant at will or under a short-term lease depending on the agreement terms✓ Correct
CHolder of a life estate
DAdverse possessor
Explanation
A pre-closing occupancy agreement is essentially a short-term lease/license. If the sale does not close, the buyer becomes a tenant whose occupancy is governed by the occupancy agreement's terms.
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Key Terms to Know
Fee Simple
The highest and most complete form of property ownership — absolute ownership with the right to use, sell, or pass the property to heirs.
Life EstateA freehold interest in real property that lasts only for the duration of a specified person's life.
ContingencyA condition in a purchase contract that must be satisfied before the sale can proceed to closing.
Purchase AgreementA legally binding contract between a buyer and seller that outlines the terms and conditions of a real estate sale.
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