Since it finds that the

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

Since it finds that the reservation of a right of use and occupation for the benefit of the seller of a building whose price was converted into a life annuity imposes on the purchaser obligations whose duration, scope and cost, irrespective of the seller's age and the condition of the building, are undetermined, an appellate court rightly concludes that the action for rescission was not admissible because of the aleatory nature of the sale.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with the legal deadlines for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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