Property Ownership

In Missouri, a life estate deed conveys ownership to a life tenant who:

AOwns the property fee simple
BHas the right to use and possess the property during their lifetime but cannot convey more than they have✓ Correct
CMust pay rent to the remainderman
DCan sell the property without restrictions

Explanation

A life tenant in Missouri holds a freehold estate limited to their lifetime. They have rights of use, possession, and income but cannot create interests that survive their death — they cannot convey more than a life estate.

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