Dictionary of Business Terms: alienation
alienation
in real property law, the voluntary transfer of titleand possession of real property to another person. The law recognizes the power to alienate (or transfer) property as an essential ingredient of restraints on alienation. fee simple ownership of property and generally prohibits unreasonable restraints on alienation.
Dictionary of Real Estate Terms: alienation
alienation
to convey or transfer title and possession of property. May be voluntary (by the owner) or involuntary (without the owner's consent) such as in condemnation.
Example: By signing a deed, there is an alienation of property.
