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What does an encumbrance do to real property ownership?

  1. Facilitates ownership transfer

  2. Restores full ownership rights

  3. Provides tax incentives

  4. Limits the rights of fee simple ownership

The correct answer is: Limits the rights of fee simple ownership

An encumbrance places limits on the rights of a fee simple owner, such as restricting their ability to sell or transfer the property. Option A is incorrect because an encumbrance does not facilitate ownership transfer, it actually hinders it. Option B is incorrect because an encumbrance does not restore full ownership rights, it limits them. Option C is incorrect because an encumbrance does not provide tax incentives, it imposes restrictions on the owner.