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title: "Fixture"
type: Legal Term
source: https://casebriefly.com/legal-terms/fixture
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# Fixture

A fixture is personal property (chattel) that has been attached to real property in such a way that it is considered part of the real estate. The determination of whether an item is a fixture involves the intent of the annexor, the degree of attachment, the adaptation of the item to the use of the land, and the relationship between the parties. Trade fixtures — items installed by a tenant for business purposes — may generally be removed by the tenant before the lease expires. Fixtures pass with the land upon sale unless specifically excluded.

## Related Terms

- fee-simple-absolute
- landlord-tenant
- covenant

## Related Cases


## Example

A homeowner installs custom-built bookshelves that are bolted to the walls. These likely become fixtures and pass to the buyer upon sale of the house.

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Source: [Fixture — CaseBriefly](https://casebriefly.com/legal-terms/fixture)