Property Ownership

In Missouri, which of the following is true about a joint tenancy with right of survivorship between two brothers?

AOne brother can sell their half without affecting the other's ownership
BIf one brother sells his interest, the joint tenancy is severed and the buyer takes as tenant in common✓ Correct
CBoth brothers must agree before either can sell
DThe joint tenancy cannot be severed under any circumstances

Explanation

Joint tenancy can be severed unilaterally. If one joint tenant sells or encumbers their interest, the four unities are destroyed for that share, converting it to tenancy in common.

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