Questão 1
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Ownership of a property by only one person is known as
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Entirety
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Remainder interest
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Reversionary interest
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Severalty
Questão 2
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Jane Doe and Richard Roe, who are not married, want to buy a house together. In order to ensure that if one dies the other automatically becomes full owner, their deed must state that they are
Questão 3
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Mary White and Elizabeth Brown, widowed sisters, are buying a home together. To ensure that if one dies her share will go to her children, they should purchase the property as
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An article of personal property that is permanently attached and becomes part of the real estate is known as
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An emblement
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An accretion
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A chattel
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A fixture
Questão 5
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All of the following are approaches that an appraiser may use to establish value EXCEPT
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In order to reach the lake, the Browns have a permanent right of way across their neighbor's lakefront property. The Browns own
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An easement appurtenant
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A license
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A deed restriction
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A lien
Questão 7
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Express covenants that protect the grantee are found in a
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Quitclaim deed
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Bargain and sale deed
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Sheriff's deed
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Warranty deed
Questão 8
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A subdivision has a deed restriction requiring houses to be at least 2,000 sq feet. The town, however, has no such restriction and gives the Smith-Joneses a building permit for a little bungalow in the subdivision. If the neighbors object, their best course of action would be to
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attempt to negotiate with the building inspector's office
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wait until a clear violation has occurred before taking any legal actions
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request a change of the local zoning ordinance
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ask a court to prevent the construction or to order that the bungalow be expanded
Questão 9
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Henkel is buying an abandoned church as an investment for future development. His appraiser will use which of the following appraisal approaches to arrive at the best determinant of value?
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The income approach
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The cost approach
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The market approach
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The assessment approach
Questão 10
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When Pete makes statements about the quality or condition of his property that a reasonable person would recognize as nonfactual or extravagant, Pete's actions
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are in violation of deceptive trade practices and consumer protection acts
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are considered "puffing" and are not considered illegal
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are considered fraudulent and could cause license revocation
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must be repudiated by his broker to preclude further action
Questão 11
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The difference between the market value of a property and the sum of the liens against it is called
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Equity
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Leverage
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Cash asset
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Pledge
Questão 12
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An acre contains approximately
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5,270 square yards
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40,000 square feet
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one quarter square mile
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43,560 square feet
Questão 13
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Bill's house has four bedrooms and one bath. When he sells the house and the appraiser uses the cost approach to value, what kind of depreciation would the appraiser consider in establishing value?
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Economic obsolescence
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Functional obsolescence
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Physical deterioration
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External obsolescence
Questão 14
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A legal description that includes phrases such as "starting at the intersection of Smith and Baird roads and proceeding westerly 150 feet to a stream" is referred to as
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Metes and bounds
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Rectangular survey
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Lot and block
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Recorded plat
Questão 15
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Title insurance protects the owner or lender against unexpected claims arising from past
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Forged documents
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Zoning ordinances
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Unpaid property taxes
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Recorded easements
Questão 16
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An abstract of title contains
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the summary of a title search
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an attorney's opinion of title
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a registrar's certificate of title
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a quiet title lawsuit
Questão 17
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Michael Harrison refuses to sell his farm to the estate, which needs it to complete the route for a new highway. The state may go to court and ask that his farm be condemned, allowing the state to purchase the land using its right of
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laches
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adverse possession
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easement by necessity
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eminent domain
Questão 18
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With regard to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), which of the following statements is true?
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It is easily provable the EMFs cause cancer in residents of specific properties
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All lawsuits against power companies for health problems have been found in favor of the plaintiff
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It has been proven the EMFs cause brain cancer
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The successful lawsuits involving EMFs have been for causing "stigma"
Questão 19
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Agency is the act of representing someone in the purchase, sale, or lease of a property. Subagency is the act of representing
Questão 20
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Mary Jones is the listing agent for the Greens' property. She has been approached by Jack Smith to prepare an offer to purchase the property. Smith does not have his own buyer agent. Smith's relationship to Mary is that of a
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client
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customer
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principal
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subagent
Questão 21
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When describing the particulars of a property, the agent does not disclose that a capital improvement project has been approved that will result in a special assessment to the owner in the near future. The broker has
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acted in accordance with the duties of a fiduciary
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refrained from disclosing anything that would weaken the principal's bargaining position
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failed to provide proper disclosure as required by law
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prevented future legal problems for the seller client
Questão 22
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To be legally entitled to a commission related to a real estate transaction, the agent must be all of the following except
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licensed
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authorized to be involved in the marketing effort
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the procuring cause of the transaction
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under contract to either the buyer or seller
Questão 23
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A listing agent would be required to disclose all of the following except that
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the sellers are facing bankruptcy if the house does not sell quickly
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the listing agent is the seller's mother
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the furnace has a cracked heat exchanger and is leaking carbon monoxide
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the house was built before 1978 and may have lead-based paint
Questão 24
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A seller, anxious to sell, tells a cooperating agent that she will give the agent a riding lawnmower if he brings an acceptable offer by the end of the week. All of the following are true in this situation except
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the agent may accept the lawnmower because it is not cash
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the agent should report the incident to the listing broker
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the agent would be in violation of the law if he took the lawnmower
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the cooperating agent could legally receive the lawnmower from his broker
Questão 25
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A broker lists a property for sale. As time goes by, it is evident that the property is not very desirable. The broker and a partner observe that with a zoning variance and some modest remodeling, the character of the property could be changed to make it more valuable and salable. The partner purchases the property without revealing the plan to the seller or identifying his relationship with the broker. Which of the following is true of this transaction?
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The broker has acted appropriately, since the property was ultimately sold.
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The seller received all of the benefits of having an agent.
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The business relationship between the broker and buyer should have been disclosed.
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The buyer should have offered the seller the opportunity to participate in the venture.
Questão 26
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Within the agency agreement is a statement that binds the buyer to paying the broker's fee if, within a stated number of days following the expiration of the agreement, the buyer purchases a property that was shown to the buyer during the agency period. This clause is called the
Questão 27
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Any qualified person wishing to obtain a mortgage loan for the purchase of a home may obtain any of the following types of loans except a
Questão 28
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A farmers' market had been in operations continuously for 50 years at the intersection of Route 50 and 29. A new master plan, approved by local jurisdiction, placed that tract of land in a residential zone. In order to stay in business, the owner of the farmers' market should
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apply for a new zoning category
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modernize and expand the facility
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raze and reconstruct a new market
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keep the business going without modification
Questão 29
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A commercial property investment has a tax liability when the
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income is exceeded by expenses
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income exceeds depreciation and expenses
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gross income exceeds debt service
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income exceeds debt service and depreciation
Questão 30
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The Comprehensive Environmental Response Cleanup and Liability Act (CERCLA) establishes the potentially responsible parties who are liable for the cleanup of toxic contaminated sites. Which of the following would be considered a potentially responsible party?
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The operator of the toxic waste site.
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The current owner of the toxic waste site.
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The previous owner of the toxic waste site.
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All answers apply.
Questão 31
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The term commingling refers to
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looking for real estate business at community social events
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mixing funds held for other persons with one's own money
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the same office acting as the buyer's broker and seller's broker for the same property
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one office finding a buyer for another office's listing
Questão 32
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The Webers own three pieces of real estate: their house, a lakeside cottage, and a tract of woodland. Which of the following expenses may be deducted for all three properties on the Webers' income tax return?
Questão 33
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Minimum standards for materials and construction of buildings are set by
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state law
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federal law
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building codes
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zoning laws
Questão 34
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In most states, no property tax is levied on land belonging to
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golf courses
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senior citizen housing
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churches
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shopping malls
Questão 35
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When a real estate broker is involved, the Federal Fair Housing Laws are applicable in all of the following transactions except
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leasing space in an office tower
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leasing space in a residential condominium tower
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leasing space in a residential cooperative tower building
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renting one half of a residential duplex
Questão 36
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Maud is selling a house she bought in 1960. Which of the following should Maud be required to disclose?
Questão 37
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Someone who feels discriminated against in the attempt to buy or lease a home could seek which of the following remedies?
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File a written complaint with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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File a complaint with the US Attorney General
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File a court action directly in a US District Court or state or local court
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All answers apply
Questão 38
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Zoning laws may be imposed by
Questão 39
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Samantha Mulder goes to a bank and borrows money for the purchase of her first home, thereby becoming a
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mortgagor
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mortgagee
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lienor
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lienee
Questão 40
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A building permit may be issued without question even if the proposed structure violates existing
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zoning laws
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deed restrictions
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building codes
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setback requirements
Questão 41
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If a person dies leaving no will and no natural heirs, his or her property passes to
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The term APR stands for
Questão 43
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tell landowners the use to which they may put their land
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compensate owners for loss of property value due to zoning
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require government entities to take title to zoned properties
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may not be grandfathered in the event of a nonconforming use
Questão 44
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Anna Jamison rents a small building for her boutique. In addition to rent, she also pays property taxes, utility bills, and insurance on the property. She must have a
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net lease
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percentage lease
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variable lease
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ground lease
Questão 45
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One example of a periodic estate is
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a month to month tenancy
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an estate at will
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a net lease
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a sublet
Questão 46
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Barry represents Sally, who is buying her first home. In his zeal to make the best deal for his client, Barry includes in the contract that Sally will have the right to cancel the contract if she cannot secure financing. Is this action permissible?
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Yes, because this is a business item, not a legal issue.
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Yes, because Barry is a licensed broker, not a salesperson.
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No, because this would be considered the unauthorized practice of law.
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No, because Barry did not need to consult an attorney.
Questão 47
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Unique or special purpose buildings, like a church or a school, are best valued giving most weight to the
Questão 48
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Economic or external obsolescence refers to loss of value due to
Questão 49
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The type of depreciation always classified as incurable is
Questão 50
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Tom Jones asks Sarah Smith, a real estate salesperson, to help him set the right asking price for his home. Sarah's broker will help her prepare
Questão 51
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The seller has agreed to pay three points to the lending institution to help the buyers obtain a mortgage loan. The house was listed for $200,000 and is being sold for $180,000. The buyers will pay 10% in cash and borrow the rest. How much will the seller owe to the lender for points?
Questão 52
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An investor recently paid $500,000 for a building that yields about $65,000 in annual net operating income (NOI). The cap rate on the investment is around
Questão 53
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On January 1, Fred buys a small residential rental property for $300,000, with the land accounting for 20% of the value. The IRS allows him to depreciate the property investments over a period of 27.5 years. How much can Fred deduct as a charge for depreciation on this year's income tax return?
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$6,000.00
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$8,727.27
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$10,909.09
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$24,000.000
Questão 54
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After paying a 7% commission to his broker, a seller receives $103,000 from the sale of his house. How much did the house sell for?
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$95,790
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$110,000
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$110,420
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$110,753
Questão 55
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Bob and his former classmate in real estate school have the two largest real estate firms in Beeville County. At one of their frequent lunches, they conspire to set all their commission rates at higher than most of the other brokerage offices. This action would be a violation of
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the Sherman Anti-Trust Act
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the Federal Fair Housing Act
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the Equal Credit Opportunity Act
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none of the above. There would be no legal consequences for a simple business arrangement.
Questão 56
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Property on Main St in Lake Pleasant is selling for $250 per front foot. If Mary Akerman buys a lot that is 300 x 500, how much should it cost her?
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$12,500
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$15,000
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$75,000
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$125,000
Questão 57
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The Owens are buying a $100,000 house with 5% down and an FHA mortgage for the rest. They must pay an upfront MIP of 1.5%, in addition to other closing costs that total $1,000. How much money will they need at the closing?
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$8,375
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$7,425
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$6,000
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$2,425
Questão 58
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Richard gets a call from a prospective buyer for his listing. The caller does not want to be represented by a broker. Richard would owe the caller the duty of
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loyalty
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honesty
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obedience
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confidentiality
Questão 59
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How many acres are contained in a parcel 121 feet wide and 240 yards deep?
Questão 60
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Administration of which of the following would best be handled by a property manager?
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a single-family home
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a condominium unit
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a townhouse
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a shopping center
Questão 61
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If Betty's property is determined to be partially or totally a federal wetlands, what would possibly allow Betty to develop the site?
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Using wetlands banking, she could contribute property elsewhere as a dedicated wetlands
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She could fill in the wetlands area with soil from another source
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She could contend that the property is grandfathered by the US Fish and Wildlife Service
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Under no condition could she develop the property
Questão 62
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The buyer gives the owner a $5,000 payment and a written agreement stating that on July 1 of the following year, the buyer may purchase the property for $150,000 cash or the owner may keep the money. This transaction is known as
Questão 63
Questão
If a contract for real estate is vague in its basic terms, a court could hold that it is
Questão 64
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A buyer makes the required number of monthly payments, and the owner conveys the property title to the buyer. This transaction is known as
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a lease with an option to purchase
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an installment sales contract
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a sales agreement with a delayed settlement
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a wraparound contract
Questão 65
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Kelly lists her house and tells her listing agent, Sheila, "I'm listing for $180,000, but I might take less." Sheila may properly
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advertise the property for $180,000 or less
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explain Kelly's position to prospective buyers in an effort to obtain an offer
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share Kelly's statement only with the buyer's broker
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keep the information to herself
Questão 66
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Ron will be in Tokyo for several months until he sells his house, and then he will move there to take a full time job. Ron lists his house with Charlie, giving her the exclusive right to sell as well as the duties of maintenance, bill paying, and making any decisions concerning the house. The agency created would be a
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special agency
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subagency
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general agency
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designated agency
Questão 67
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The best way for a broker acting as a dual agent to minimize his or her risk to
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negotiate a win/win transaction from which each party walks away satisfied
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obtain written acknowledgement from each party that it consents to the agent acting for both sides
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obey each party's instructions even if they are in conflict
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give notice to each party of any information useful in negotiation
Questão 68
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The typical relationship between broker and salesperson for tax purposes is known as
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indentured servant
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independent contractor
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statutory agent
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transaction facilitator
Questão 69
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The Hansons' home was listed with a broker, but they ended up locating a buyer at Mr. Hanson's place of employment and sold the property themselves. They were still obligated, however, to pay a brokerage fee. What kind of listing had they agreed to?
Questão 70
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The listing broker's commission is earned when
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the property is listed
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an offer has been accepted
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financing has been arranged
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the property is finally closed
Questão 71
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Which of the following statements is true of a land contract?
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The buyer is given the right to possess
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The seller has a lien on the title
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The buyer has legal title to the property
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The seller cannot provide any of the financing
Questão 72
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A deed is the instrument used to convey ownership of
Questão 73
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A customer orders dinner in a restaurant. At the end of the meal, is the customer legally obligated to pay the check?
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Yes, because by ordering, the customer entered into an implied contract to pay for the meal.
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No, because strictly speaking, the customer did not promise to do so.
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Yes, but only if the customer is over the age of 17.
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Yes, because the customer is liable through the process of novation.
Questão 74
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The statue of frauds requires that
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real estate brokers answer buyers' and sellers' questions honestly
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the seller of real estate provide a written disclosure about the condition of the property
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certain contracts, including those for the sale of real estate, must be in writing to be enforceable
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a mortgage borrower has three days in which to cancel the loan
Questão 75
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Delta Dawn, a salesperson working for Betty, lists Sally's house with an exclusive right to sell listing agreement. Which of the following occurrences would not cause the termination of this agreement?
Questão 76
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The duty of faithful performance, meaning that the agent is to obey all legal instructions given by the principal and to apply best efforts and diligence to carry out the objectives of the agency, is also known as they duty of
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loyalty
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confidentiality
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obedience
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reasonable care
Questão 77
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In May, the Kleins accepted an offer to sell their house to the Grosses. In July, the Grosses paid the purchase price and received a deed to the house and the keys. After July, their contract was considered
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void
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implied
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liquidated
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executed
Questão 78
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Repair or remodeling of a property generally adds to its value. In recognition of the role contractors and suppliers play in increasing the value of a property, in many states, they are assured payment for their goods and services by being able to file a
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declaratory judgement against the owner
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lis pendens against the title insurance company
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mechanic's lien against the property
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registration with the new owner
Questão 79
Questão
When several real estate brokers are invited to list a property, with commission due only to the one who produces the first acceptance buyer, the owner is offering
Questão 80
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The earnest money accompanying a purchase offer
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is generally 10 percent of the proposed purchase price
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should be held in escrow by the seller
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is mandated by state law
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is not necessary to establish a valid contract