Title 75 Chapter 6 Part 1 Section 104 Right of survivorship. 75-6-104. Right of survivorship. Sums remaining on deposit at the death of a party to a joint account belong to the surviving party or parties as against the estate of the decedent unless there is clear and convincing evidence of a different intention.
The potential for legal issues is another disadvantage of tenancy by the entirety. For instance, when a couple moves to a non-recognition state, legal questions concerning property rights, creditors, and divorce proceedings may arise and need to be addressed within the framework of the new jurisdiction.
A contract for deed, also known as a land contract, is an alternative method for financing the sale of a house or other real estate. The buyer and seller agree to an installment plan, where the buyer pays the seller directly over a period of time instead of in one lump sum when the transaction closes.
However, Tenancy by the Entirety (T by the E) is reserved for married couples and is only recognized in 25 states and the District of Columbia. Each form of joint property ownership results in different consequences or stipulations for property owners, especially when one owner dies.
Joint tenancy is most common among married couples because it helps property owners avoid probate.
Tenancy by the Entirety The primary difference with joint tenancy, however, is that a co-tenant cannot transfer their interest in the property without the consent of the other spouse. Tenancy by the entirety is not recognized in Utah, but is recognized in about half of the states.