Illinois Real Estate Practice Exam

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What type of estate is characterized by the complete control of a parcel of real estate?

Life Estate
Fee Simple Estate
Fixtures
Remainder interest

The correct answer is: Fee Simple Estate

The correct answer is Fee Simple Estate because it represents the highest and most complete form of ownership in real estate. When an individual holds a Fee Simple Estate, they have full control over the property. This includes the rights to occupy, sell, lease, or transfer the property without any restrictions, assuming there are no encumbrances or easements affecting the property. In contrast, a Life Estate grants control of a property only for the duration of an individual's life, after which ownership reverts back to another party. Fixtures refer to items attached to the property that are generally considered part of the real estate, so they don't pertain to ownership rights. Remainder interest involves future interest in property that will be held after a Life Estate ends, meaning it does not provide immediate control or rights akin to those found in a Fee Simple Estate.