Property Ownership
Under NH law, 'tenancy by the entirety' is a form of joint ownership available exclusively to:
ABusiness partners
BSiblings inheriting property together
CMarried couples✓ Correct
DAny two or more parties to a real estate transaction
Explanation
Tenancy by the entirety is a special form of co-ownership recognized in NH exclusively for legally married couples. Both spouses own an equal, undivided interest, and neither can convey their share without the other's consent. It carries a right of survivorship and provides some protection from individual creditors.
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