Property Ownership
In South Dakota, if a property owner dies without a will (intestate), the property passes under:
AState intestacy (descent and distribution) laws✓ Correct
BThe last recorded deed's terms
CThe surviving spouse's will if they have one
DFederal estate law exclusively
Explanation
When a property owner dies intestate (without a will) in South Dakota, the property passes according to state intestacy laws (SDCL Title 29A), which specify the order and share for surviving relatives.
Related South Dakota Property Ownership Questions
- A South Dakota property owner who conveys a property but retains the right to live there for their lifetime is creating which type of estate?
- Which form of co-ownership includes the right of survivorship?
- Fee simple absolute ownership is best described as:
- A life estate grants the life tenant the right to:
- In South Dakota, 'quiet title action' is a legal proceeding used to:
- In South Dakota, which type of property ownership is unique to married couples and provides protection from individual creditors of either spouse?
- In South Dakota, the 'doctrine of prior appropriation' for water rights means that during a drought, which user's rights are curtailed first?
- South Dakota has unique 'dynasty trust' laws that allow trusts to last for how long?
Practice More South Dakota Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free South Dakota Quiz →