Property Ownership
In North Dakota, a 'straw man' deed is used to:
AConceal the true purchaser of property
BEliminate the four unities of joint tenancy by conveying to a straw man who conveys back, allowing a new form of tenancy✓ Correct
CTransfer mineral rights only
DConvert personal property to real property
Explanation
Historically, a straw man (strawperson) deed was used to sever and re-create joint tenancy when one joint tenant wanted to hold as a tenant in common. The owner conveys to a third party who immediately conveys back with new language.
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