Property Ownership

Which type of easement is said to 'run with the land' and is transferred automatically with the property?

AEasement in gross

BAppurtenant easement✓ Correct

CLicense

DProfit à prendre

Explanation

An appurtenant easement is attached to the dominant estate and runs with the land — it transfers automatically when either the dominant or servient estate is conveyed.

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A non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.

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A financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.

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