{"id":1680,"date":"2026-03-26T16:43:53","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T16:43:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legalpedia.ai\/articles\/uncategorized\/what-is-specific-devise\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T16:43:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T16:43:54","slug":"what-is-specific-devise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legalpedia.ai\/articles\/what-is-specific-devise\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Specific Devise?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Specific devise is a term in law used to refer to a type of real property<\/a> transfer. The purpose of a specific devise is to provide a specific property to a named beneficiary who will receive that property as an inheritance when the owner of the real estate<\/a> passes away. When the will or trust that contains the devise is probated, the beneficiary\u2019s rights are legally secured.<\/p>\n

What Are Specific Devise Rights?<\/h2>\n

Specific devise rights provide beneficiaries with many privileges, depending on the terms of the grantor\u2019s will or trust. Generally, the recipient has the right to own, use, and control the real estate as they wish for any lawful purpose. This includes the right to transfer title at any time without the restriction<\/a> or approval of the grantor or other beneficiaries.<\/p>\n

Who Receives Specific Devise?<\/h2>\n

Traditionally, specific devise was used to provide the recipient with an item of real estate that the recipient desires, such as a family home or agricultural land. Now, specific devise can apply to almost any type of real estate asset. This could include commercial leases, investment properties, vacation homes, timeshares, vacation clubs, condos, or any other legally recognized real estate.<\/p>\n

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Examples of Specific Devises<\/h2>\n

A specific devise in a will or trust could include statements such as the following:<\/p>\n