Property Ownership
Which of the following items is generally considered a fixture (real property) in a Wisconsin transaction?
AA portable window air conditioner
BA freestanding refrigerator in the kitchen
CA built-in dishwasher plumbed into the kitchen✓ Correct
DA freestanding bookshelf
Explanation
A built-in dishwasher that is plumbed and permanently attached to the structure is a fixture (real property) that transfers with the home unless excluded. Portable or freestanding items are personal property.
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Key Terms to Know
Deed
A written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
LienA 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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