Q: What does Et Ux by Donation Inter Vivos and Grant First Right of Refusal mean

A: More information is needed here and specifically, perhaps a review of the document itself because unless someone reviews it, one is really just guessing as to what is actually intended. It may be the donation is to husband and wife but that's simply an uneducated guess if one does not have the actual document to review. Right of first refusal in general means if one tries to convey the property to one who is not an owner, then one of the other owners may have the right to purchase the seller's interest to keep the non-owner from becoming an owner. Confusing correct? I recommend that you bring the document to an attorney and discuss.

A: The phrase "Et Ux by Donation Inter Vivos" refers to a donation made during your husband's lifetime to both of you ("Et Ux" means "and wife"). This could mean that the land was given as a gift to you both while he was still alive, and it could be part of your shared property.

The "Grant First Right of Refusal" typically means that if you or anyone else wants to sell the property, the person or party granted this right (likely someone else named in the will or succession) has the first opportunity to buy it before anyone else. This may not affect your ability to inherit the property, but it could place conditions on selling it later.

As the surviving spouse, you likely inherit the property, but it's important to check if any conditions or rights of refusal apply. You should consult with an estate attorney who can help you understand your specific rights to the land in the context of your husband’s succession and clarify how the right of refusal affects your ownership.