Property Ownership

What is a 'cooperative' (co-op) form of ownership?

AOwnership shared by a city and its residents
BOwnership of shares in a corporation that owns the building; shareholders receive proprietary leases for their units✓ Correct
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DOwnership where all residents vote on management decisions

Explanation

In a cooperative, residents own shares in the corporation that holds title to the building and receive a proprietary lease for their unit. Cooperatives are less common in California than condominiums and can restrict the transfer of shares.

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