Property Ownership

In Hawaii, a property deed that conveys title 'to A for life, then to B' creates which type of interest for B?

AA. A life estate for B as well
BB. A remainder interest (B is the remainderman)✓ Correct
CC. A reversionary interest in favor of the grantor
DD. A joint tenancy between A and B

Explanation

B holds a remainder interest—the right to take full ownership when A's life estate terminates upon A's death. B is the remainderman.

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