This course presents the fundamental concepts of real property law with emphasis on the paralegal's role. Topics include the nature of real property, rights and duties of ownership, land use, voluntary and involuntary conveyances, and the recording or and searching for real estate documents.
Practical Real Estate Law, Fourth Edition, by Daniel F. Hinkel. Delmar Learning (Thomson), 2003/2004. ISBN: 1401817807
Grading Policy:
90 - 100%
80 - 89%
70 - 79%
60 - 69%
Under 60%
A
B
C
D
F
Course Objectives:
Upon the successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
Know the possible forms of ownership of real property.
Appreciate what are condominiums and cooperatives.
Understand the nature of encumbrances to real property, including but not limited to leases, rights of way and easements.
Recognize the importance and form of a deed.
Understand the financial arrangements often used for the purchase of property, such as a mortgage.
See the critical role played by a title examination and title insurance.
Follow those steps involved in a real estate closing.
Course Requirements:
The final grade will be based on a student’s completion of open-book quizzes (70%), a mid-term (15%) and a final (15%).
Academic Dishonesty:
Any form of academic dishonesty is regarded as a very serious violation of college regulations. Any student suspected of engaging in such activity will be subject to the full set of procedures set forth by the college.
Statement of Nondiscrimination:
Canyon College is committed to non-discrimination of handicapped person as specified in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students who qualify as handicapped under this act should notify the instructor at the beginning of the term so that reasonable accommodations can be made when warranted.
