Property Ownership
Accretion in Maryland real estate refers to:
ASoil lost when water carries it away
BThe gradual addition of land through the natural deposit of soil by water✓ Correct
CThe sudden addition of land through volcanic activity
DThe government acquiring land through eminent domain
Explanation
Accretion is the gradual build-up of land by natural forces (usually water depositing sediment). The new land belongs to the riparian owner.
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Eminent Domain
The power of government to take private property for public use, with the requirement to pay the owner just compensation.
AmortizationThe gradual repayment of a loan through scheduled periodic payments that cover both principal and interest.
DeedA 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.
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