Property Ownership
What is an 'encroachment' in Idaho real estate?
AA type of easement
BWhen a structure or improvement on one property extends over the boundary line onto a neighboring property✓ Correct
CA government restriction on property use
DAn undisclosed lien on a property
Explanation
An encroachment occurs when a structure (fence, building, driveway) extends over the boundary line onto a neighboring property without permission. Encroachments can cloud title and must be resolved before closing.
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Key Terms to Know
Easement
A non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
LienA financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
Title InsuranceInsurance protecting against financial loss from defects in a property's title that existed before closing but were unknown at the time of purchase.
DepreciationA reduction in the value of an improvement (building) over time due to physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, or external factors.
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