Fact Pattern 36-1
Nika owns land in Ohio. Her ownership rights include the right to sell or give away the property without restriction, and the right to commit waste, if she chooses.
-Refer to Fact Pattern 36-1. Nika deeds some of her land to Polly. The deed states, "To Polly, for life, then to Quay." Nika has given Polly

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Nika has given Polly a life estate. This means that Polly has the right to possess and use the land for the duration of her life, but the property will pass to Quay upon her death. This is a limited estate and not a fee simple absolute because Polly cannot sell or give away the property without Quay's consent.

Fact Pattern 36-1 Nika Owns Land in Ohio. Her Ownership Rights Include the Rights