561.12 Life possession in lieu of dower.
The survivor may elect to retain the homestead for life in lieu of such share in the real estate of the deceased.
[C73, §2008; C97, §2985; C24, 27, 31, 35, 39, §10146; C46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 71, 73, 75, 77, 79, 81, §561.12]
Structure Iowa Code
Section 561.1 - “Homestead” defined.
Section 561.2 - Extent and value.
Section 561.3 - Dwelling and appurtenances.
Section 561.4 - Selecting — platting.
Section 561.5 - Platted by officer having execution.
Section 561.6 - Platting under order of court.
Section 561.7 - Changes — nonconsenting spouse.
Section 561.8 - Referees to determine exemption.
Section 561.9 - Referring back — marking off — costs.
Section 561.10 - Change of circumstances.
Section 561.11 - Occupancy by surviving spouse.
Section 561.12 - Life possession in lieu of dower.
Section 561.13 - Conveyance or encumbrance.
Section 561.15 - Removal of spouse or children.
Section 561.19 - Exemption in hands of issue.
Section 561.20 - New homestead exempt.
Section 561.21 - Debts for which homestead liable.
Section 561.22 - Notice of homestead exemption waiver requirement.