The right to use and enjoy property while another person retains ownership.
Vruchtgebruik separates use rights from ownership rights in Dutch property law.
Typical in family situations and estate planning.
Usufructuary enjoys benefits but cannot sell the property.
Remains valid for the usufructuary's lifetime unless specified otherwise.
Must be registered with the land registry.
Usually the usufructuary maintains it, but terms depend on the arrangement.
No, only the owner can sell; the usufructuary has use rights only.
It continues until death or expiration of the specified term.
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