Property Ownership

In Michigan, a 'cooperative' (co-op) ownership structure means:

AEach owner has fee simple title to their individual unit
BResidents own shares in a corporation that owns the building and receive a proprietary lease for their unit✓ Correct
CAll owners share equal undivided interest in the building
DThe building is owned by the government and leased to residents

Explanation

In a cooperative, a corporation owns the building and residents purchase shares (not real property directly). Shareholders receive a proprietary lease giving them the right to occupy a specific unit. Michigan has fewer cooperatives than condominiums.

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