Property Ownership
When property is transferred by will, the recipient is called a:
AGrantee
BDevisee✓ Correct
CMortgagee
DBeneficiary
Explanation
When real property is transferred by will (devise), the recipient is called a devisee. Personal property transferred by will goes to legatees or beneficiaries.
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