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6 marksEstates, Co-ownership, Leases and Licences

CAPE Law Unit 2 · 2016 · Paper 2 · Question 5(a)

A deed was registered conveying a residence and ten acres of land to a husband and wife for life, with remainder to their two children as joint tenants. Due to financial hardship, the husband lets the property fall into disrepair, cuts and sells ornamental and fruit trees, sells the house without sharing proceeds with the children, prompting an objection.

Advise on THREE rights and/or obligations of the life tenant.

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  1. 5(b)(i)Advise on the meaning of the term 'waste' as it relates to a life tenant.[2 marks]
  2. 5(b)(ii)Advise on THREE types of waste that may have been committed.[10 marks]
  3. 5(b)(iii)Advise on whether the life tenant may be held liable for waste.[7 marks]

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