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Under New Jersey law, which form of co-ownership is available exclusively to married couples and provides that neither spouse can convey their interest without the other's consent?

Correct Answer

B) Tenancy by the entirety

Tenancy by the entirety is a form of co-ownership recognized in New Jersey that is available only to married couples. Each spouse is treated as owning the whole property, and neither can unilaterally convey or encumber their interest without the other's consent. Upon the death of one spouse, full ownership passes automatically to the surviving spouse.

Answer Options
A
Joint tenancy with right of survivorship
B
Tenancy by the entirety
C
Tenancy in common
D
Community property ownership

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