What occurs to the property when the life tenant dies?

When the life tenant dies, the property reverts back to the original owner or their heirs, a legal concept known as "reversion." This arrangement is established through a life estate, where the life tenant has the right to use and occupy the property for the duration of their life. Once that life ends, the property is returned to the party who granted the life estate or to their designated heirs.

This means that the enjoyment and control over the property revert to the original owner or their successors, preserving the intent of the original property grantor. The life tenant has no right to pass the property on to their family or sell it, as their interest is limited to their lifetime. Therefore, after the life tenant's death, the legal title of the property transfers back, ensuring that ownership aligns with the original property rights established.