Property Ownership
A Pennsylvania property transferred through intestacy (death without a will) passes under:
AThe terms of any existing mortgage
BPennsylvania's intestate succession law, with assets distributed to heirs according to statutory priority✓ Correct
CThe county recorder's determination of heirs
DPREC's estate property disposition rules
Explanation
When a Pennsylvania property owner dies without a valid will, the property passes through intestate succession under Pennsylvania's Probate, Estates and Fiduciaries Code (20 Pa. C.S.). The law establishes a priority of heirs — spouse, children, parents, siblings, etc. — based on family relationships.
Related Pennsylvania Property Ownership Questions
- In Pennsylvania, how many 'unities' are required to create a joint tenancy?
- What is a 'cooperative' (co-op) and how does it differ from a condominium in Pennsylvania?
- A Pennsylvania property owner's right to use their land for any lawful purpose is limited by which government power?
- A condominium owner's property interest includes:
- The PA Condominium Act requires that a unit owner receive the condominium's declaration, bylaws, and rules before closing. The buyer's right to rescind within how many days if these documents were not provided?
- A Pennsylvania property that is part of an estate must typically be sold by:
- A Pennsylvania seller's deed that contains the covenant 'I warrant the title only against claims arising through me' is a:
- The doctrine of riparian rights applies to property owners whose land:
Practice More Pennsylvania Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Pennsylvania Quiz →