Property Ownership
In Rhode Island, property held in joint tenancy with right of survivorship passes at death to:
AThe deceased owner's heirs as specified in their will
BThe state if no will exists
CThe surviving joint tenant(s) automatically✓ Correct
DA probate court-appointed administrator
Explanation
Under joint tenancy with right of survivorship, when one joint tenant dies, their interest automatically passes to the surviving joint tenant(s) — outside of probate. No will or court order is needed for the transfer.
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Key Terms to Know
Joint Tenancy
Co-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
Tenancy in CommonCo-ownership where two or more people hold undivided interests that need not be equal and pass to each owner's heirs — no right of survivorship.
Fee SimpleThe highest and most complete form of property ownership — absolute ownership with the right to use, sell, or pass the property to heirs.
Life EstateA freehold interest in real property that lasts only for the duration of a specified person's life.
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