Property Ownership
A Connecticut property is described in a deed as 'to A for life, then to B.' B's interest during A's lifetime is called a:
AReversion
BRemainder✓ Correct
CExecutory interest
DLife estate pur autre vie
Explanation
B holds a remainder interest—the right to receive full ownership of the property when the life estate ends at A's death. A vested remainder exists from the moment the deed is executed.
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