Property Ownership

A leaseholder who improves rental property must negotiate with the landlord regarding 'trade fixtures' because:

AThey are automatically personal property
BTrade fixtures can become real property if attached; negotiation determines what can be removed✓ Correct
CThey must be left for the next tenant
DGeorgia law automatically gives them to the landlord

Explanation

Trade fixtures (equipment installed by commercial tenants for business use) are generally removable personal property, but if permanently attached, they could be considered real property. Lease provisions and timely removal determine ownership.

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