What term is used for an individual entitled to a property after life use ends?

The term "Remainderman" refers to an individual who is entitled to a property once the life use concludes. In property law, a life tenant holds the right to use and benefit from the property during their lifetime, but their rights are limited to their lifetime. Upon the death of the life tenant, the ownership of the property goes to the remainderman. This arrangement allows the remainderman to receive the full title to the property without going through probate, as their interest has already been established.

In contrast, other terms like "Successor," "Life Tenant," and "Heir" do not accurately describe the role of a person waiting to inherit the property after the life tenant's use has ended. A "Successor" generally refers to someone who follows in a role or position but does not denote the specific legal aspect of property inheritances. A "Life Tenant" is the person who holds the right to use the property during their lifetime. An "Heir" is a more general term for someone entitled to inherit assets upon a person's death but does not specifically indicate their entitlement following the end of a life use. Thus, "Remainderman" is the precise legal term for the individual expecting to receive