In the legal context, a few words can make a huge difference. If you own property with someone other than your spouse, it is important to know whether your heirs at law or the remaining tenants will take should you pass away. In Tennessee, the default is that property will pass to your heirs 𝒖𝒏𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 the conveying document explicitly states "with rights of survivorship." This legal term of art means that ownership rights pass to the remaining tenants.

A general resource to learn more about joint tenancy with rights of survivorship is linked below. As always, consult a local attorney to determine how the laws of your state apply to you and your particular facts!

https://lnkd.in/gtzYB28X

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