An item of tangible property that was originally personal in nature, but because of the way it is used, the way it is attached, or both, has become an integral part of the building, it is classified as real property.
Personal property that has become part of the real estate.
An item of personal property that has been so attached to real property as to be considered part of that real property. Back to the Top
(1) An electrical or plumbing appliance, such as a chandelier or sink. (2) An article of personal property that is permanently affixed to real property so that it is commonly considered part of the real property.
Anything of value that is permanently attached to or a part of real property. (Real estate legally is called real property, while movables are called personal property). Examples of fixtures include, installed wall-to-wall carpeting, light fixtures, window coverings, landscaping and so on. Fixtures are a frequent subject of buyer and seller disputes. When in doubt, get it in writing.
Chattels that have been annexed to the land so as to lose their character as chattels. A chattel becomes a fixture if it was affixed to improve the freehold rather than merely permit enjoyment of the chattel regardless of the degree of physical affixation.
A movable and tangible property (known as chattel) which becomes a part of the property because it is or becomes fixed in place and so loses its status as moveable.
The assembly that holds the lamp in a lighting system. It includes the elements designed to give light output control, such as a reflector (mirror) or refractor (lens), the ballast, housing, and the attachment parts.
Any permanently connected light or other electrical device that consumes power.
Anything affixed to land, including personal property attached permanently to a building or to land so that it becomes part of the real estate.
Personal property or improvements so attached to the land as to become part of the real property. The right of the tenant to remove fixtures may be given by stipulation in the lease or by separate written agreement between the parties.
A recognizable entity (such as a toilet bowl, kitchen cabinet, light unit, etc.) that is permanently attached to property and belongs to the property when it is sold.
is any permanent improvement to the property that is not removable and is therefore considered part of the property, for example, a furnace. However, for anything that can be removed without damage to the property, such as a chandelier, or any item that has been built in, such as a bookshelf or dishwasher, if the buyer wants them to remain with the property, it may be prudent to include them in the Offer before presenting the Offer to the seller. Refer to Chattel.
Personal property which is permanently attached to real property, such as lighting, medicine cabinets, and mantels. Fixtures are included when the property is sold.
a device or attachment fastened to or propelled by the conveying medium; used for supporting or securing objects being processed as they are conveyed.
an item attached to realty to which an expectation attaches that it will stay on or in the real estate
an item of personal property that has been attached to real estate such that it becomes real estate, and a purchaser would expect that item to go with title to the real estate
an item of personal property which is attached to the land (e
an item of real property that used to be personal property
an item that is usually attached to the real property and therefore considered permanent part of the real property
a special kind of chattel that has lost its moveable character and has become affixed to and has become part of some Real Property
Personal property which is permanently attached to real property, and, as such, becomes part of the real property.
A thing fixed permanently in position that has become part of the real estate, such as bathroom fixtures or light fixtures.
Personal property affixed to structures or land, usually in such manner that they cannot be independently moved without damage to themselves or the property housing, supporting, or pertinent to them. Varies under state laws.
Any item attached to property which, by its attachment, becomes a part of the real estate. Examples include ceiling fans, light fixtures, towel bars, flowers, trees, fences, built-in appliances, etc. These items become a part of the real estate and are sold with it unless they are specifically excluded in the sales contract.
Personal property that becomes part of real property once attached to the real estate, such as a light fixture that is securely fastened to a wall or ceiling.
Personal property attached permanently to real estate and thus becoming part of it.
An item of personal property that has been converted to real property by affixing it to real estate.
An item of tangible property which is classified as real property for assessment purposes because it is physically or constructively annexed to real property with the intent that it remain annexed indefinitely. Property Tax Rule 122.5.
Personal property which has become so affixed to real property that it has become real property.
Personal property which is attached to real property and considered to be part of ther real property. Unless specified and agreed upon in a sales contract, fixtures transfer to the new owner.
Personal property that is permanently attached to house such as curtain rods, chandeliers, ceiling fans etc. Must often be clarified which is why there are spaces provided in the Seller's Property Disclosure as to what stays and what doesn't in order to prevent problems and misunderstandings.
Personal property which is permanently attached to real estate such as plumbing fixtures. So long as a fixture is permanently attached, it is usually regarded as part of the real estate.
Property, such as a hot water heater or plumbing fixture, that has become permanently attached to piece of real estate and goes with the property when it is sold.
Personal property which, by virtue of being attached to real property, becomes a part of the real property.
A chattel which has been affixed to real estate and may or may not be severable therefrom without injury to the property.
Personal property that becomes real property upon being attached to real estate (e.g., furnace, sink).
A chattel that has become so attached to a property as to form part of that property. Fixtures must be included in the sale of a property unless specifically excluded in the contract of purchase and sale. (see Chattel)
Personal property that by state law becomes real property upon being attached to real estate.
Personal property that is considered a part of the real property because it has been affixed in a manner that to remove it would cause damage to the property, such as light fixtures and window treatments.
Permanent improvements to property that may not be removed at the expiration of the term of lease or tenure.
An item of personal property attached to real property so that it can not be removed without damage to the real property. A FIXTURE becomes part of the real property.
Any decorative electrical item that permanently affixes to a wall or ceiling
Items such as hot water systems, built-in cupboards, bath, stove, etc. That cannot be removed from a property without causing damage.
An improvement to property that through its function directly improves the process of a trade, industry or profession.
A recognizable object (such as a chandelier, kitchen cabinet, or light unit) that is permanently attached to property and belongs to the property when it is sold, unless otherwise specified in the sale agreement.
A recognizable entity (such as a kitchen cabinet, drape or light fixture) that is permanently attached to a property and belongs to the property when it is sold.
An item that is attached to the property, e.g. a dishwasher or air conditioner, and usually sold with the property.
Personal property permanently attached to land or improvements, which becomes real property.
Movable property that becomes part of a piece of real estate when attached in a permanent manner to the real estate.
Personal property that is considered a part of the real property because it has been affixed in a manner that to remove it would cause damage to the property. Back to the Top
An article which was once personal property but has been so affixed to the real estate that it has become real property (e.g. stoves, bookcases, plumbing, etc.). If determined to be a fixture, then the article passes with the property even though it is not mentioned in the deed.
An item which is attached to and forms part of the buildings or land itself and are, therefore, included in the sale or property unless specifically excluded in the contract. A recognizable entity (such as a kitchen cabinet or light unit) that is permanently attached to the property and belongs to the property when it is sold.
Personal Property that has been attached to or is closely associated with real property, in such a way that it has legally become part of the property.
Permanent improvements to a property, which should not be removed upon sale.
Personal property, such as a built-in bookcase, furnace, hot water heater, and recessed lights, that becomes "affixed" because it has been permanently attached to the home.
Personal property which has become real property because it is attached to real property and is intended by the parties to pass with the property or because of custom in the locality, and it can not be removed without agreement.
What was formerly personal property which is now permanently attached to real property and goes with the property when it is sold.
Any piece of personal property which becomes permanently affixed to a piece of real property.
Equipment in the nature of personal property that has been so annexed to real property that it is regarded as part of the real property. Some examples of a fixture are a furnace in a house, a counter affixed to the floor in a retail space and a sprinkler system in a building. When a fixture is financed, a fixture filing is filed in the real estate records to provide notice of the lessor's interest in the fixture. Also, a landlord and mortgagee waiver is generally obtained.
Personal property that is attached to real property and is legally treated as real property when its attached-such as light fixtures and window treatments.
Article of personal property attached permanently to a building or land so that it becomes part of the real property.
A thing which was originally Personal Property but which has become attached to and is considered as part of the Real Property.
An item of personal property that has been converted to real property because it has been permanently attached to the property.
Personal property for improvements that are permanently affixed to the property and, therefore, become real property, e.g., built-in dishwashers, ovens and microwaves.
Fixtures are items that become attached to real property. Examples are heating and air conditioning systems, wall mounted shelving, and security alarm systems.
Personal property permanently attached to a house, such as drapery rods, toilets, built-in bookcases or a furnace.
Personal property that becomes real property when it is attached to a structure. For example, chandeliers, built-in bookcases, cabinets, and drapery rods are all considered fixtures.
A piece of personal property permanently attached to realty.
Personal property which has been attached to real estate so as to become a part of the real property. The article must meet one of three conditions: 1) attached in a permanent manner 2) specially adapted to the property or 3) intentionally made part of the real property.
An article of personal property which has been installed in or attached to land or a building thereon, in a permanent manor, so that it is now considered to be a part of the real estate.
A fixture is an improvement (equipment, machinery, etc.), physically or constructively made to be a part of a piece of real property, that is directly used in a trade, industry, business, or profession. See page 2.
A piece of personal property that has become real property once installed or connected to the property. Ex: Installing ceiling fan, or bookshelves.
Improvements or personal property attached to the land so as to become a part of the real estate. Fixtures are transferred to the buyer upon sale of the property. To determine whether an item is a fixture include : Intent (was it intended to be part of the property) How is it fixed ? Is the fixture essential to the property ? Relationship - was the fixture intended to be a part of the tenant's business ? Example : John sells his house to Mary. John wants to take the chandelier because he states it is personal property. Mary wants the chandelier to stay because she believes it is a fixture.
Personal property which for some reason, such as the manner of attachment, has become realty. Such property is also referred to as chattel real. Examples of fixtures include built-in cabinets in a kitchen, bathtubs, permanent bookcases, and other such objects.
a permanently fixed piece of furniture or equipment incorporated into a property. Removing it would cause damage to buildings or land, and is therefore regarded as legally part of it.
Improvements or personal property that becomes real property upon being attached to real estate. Tests to determine whether an item is a fixture include: intent of the parties (was it intended to remain?); " method of appropriation (how is it affixed to the property?); relation of the parties (was it expected to be part of a tenant's business or enjoyment?); adaptation of the article (is it essential to the building?).
Something that is permanently attached to a property and belongs with the property when it is sold, such as a light fixture, air conditioner etc.
Personal property that has become real estate property by having been permanently attached to the property.
An item of personal property that has been converted to real property by being permanently affixed to the real property. eneral Warranty Deed A deed in which the grantor fully warrants good clear title to the premises. Used in most real estate deed transfers, a general warranty deed offers the greatest protection of any deed.
Any item of property that is attached to real property such that it becomes a permanent part of the real property, and therefore is usually sold with it
1. Property that is permanently attached to a house, such as built-in bookcases, and whose removal would cause a loss of value or damage. 2. Sinks, toilets, tubs. Plumbing fixtures. Electrical devices connected to electrical current.
Personal property that becomes real property when it is attached to a building. Examples include chandeliers, built-in bookcases and cabinets and drapery rods.
A chattel so annexed to land as to be considered part of it.
A chattel which is affixed to and becomes a part of real property.
Personal property that becomes real property when attached in a permanent manner to real estate.