Property Ownership
Which of the following is NOT considered a fixture in a Connecticut real estate transaction?
ABuilt-in dishwasher hardwired to the electrical system
BChandelier hardwired to ceiling electrical box
CA window air conditioner sitting in a window frame✓ Correct
DWall-to-wall carpeting nailed to the floor
Explanation
A window air conditioner is generally considered personal property (a chattel) because it is not permanently attached and can be removed without damage. The other items are permanently installed and qualify as fixtures.
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Deed
A written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
LienA financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
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