Property Ownership
A key characteristic of tenancy by the entireties in Pennsylvania is:
AEither spouse may sell their interest without the other's consent
BThe property automatically passes to the surviving spouse outside of probate✓ Correct
CCreditors of one spouse can force a sale of the property
DThe tenancy can be severed by mutual agreement without divorce
Explanation
In a Pennsylvania tenancy by the entireties, the right of survivorship means the surviving spouse automatically takes full ownership upon the other spouse's death, avoiding probate. Neither spouse can unilaterally sever the tenancy or sell without the other's consent.
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