Property Ownership
In Texas, a 'life tenant' cannot do which of the following without the remainderman's consent?
ALive in the property
BMortgage or convey the property beyond the life estate interest, since the fee simple title vests in the remainderman at the life tenant's death✓ Correct
CMaintain and repair the property
DPay property taxes
Explanation
A life tenant has the right to use and enjoy the property during their lifetime, including living in it, renting it, and making improvements. However, they cannot grant rights that extend beyond their lifetime without the remainderman's consent. A mortgage by a life tenant only encumbers the life estate, not the fee simple title held by the remainderman.
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