Definition of "Habendum clause"
Jill Herock, Real Estate Agent
Burgan Real Estate, LTD.
The clause in a deed beginning with the words " to have and to hold" limiting or defining the ownership nature of the estate in the property granted by the deed. Declares the type of ownership conveyed whether it is fee simple or a life estate or some other interest.
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