An easement by necessity is a type of easement that allows the owner of a landlocked property to access a public road or other essential resources through a neighbor's land.
Ingress and egress refer to the right to enter (ingress) and exit (egress) a property. These terms are critical in real estate contracts as they ensure individuals have legal access to properties, facilitating movements in and out particularly for landlocked premises.
A lockbox is a secure device placed near the door of a house for sale; it can be opened with a key or combination code given only to members of a Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The lockbox contains a key to the house, providing MLS members access to show the property to clients.
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