Property Ownership

In Pennsylvania, what is the 'bundle of rights' concept in real estate ownership?

AThe package of legal rights included with a real property title, including the right to possess, use, enjoy, exclude others, and dispose of the property✓ Correct
BThe collection of mortgage documents signed at closing
CThe set of HOA rules governing a planned community
DThe group of permits required before developing land in Pennsylvania

Explanation

The bundle of rights is a legal concept describing real property ownership as a package of rights: the right to possess (occupy), use (enjoy and derive income), exclude (prevent others from entering), encumber (mortgage), and dispose (sell, lease, or give away). Pennsylvania property owners hold all these rights, subject to government limitations (taxation, eminent domain, police power, escheat) and private restrictions (easements, deed covenants).

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