Property Ownership
Wyoming's homestead exemption of $20,000 applies to:
AAny property owned by a Wyoming resident
BThe equity in the homeowner's primary Wyoming residence used as their domicile✓ Correct
CAll real estate regardless of use
DOnly properties valued under $100,000
Explanation
The Wyoming homestead exemption protects up to $20,000 of equity in a person's primary residence from forced sale by unsecured creditors. It does not apply to vacation homes, rental properties, or properties not used as the owner's primary domicile.
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