Tenancy by the Entireties

Definition: Tenancy by the entireties is a form of ownership available to a married couple in which they hold the property together as one legal unit, with survivorship.

Example

Spouses hold their home as tenants by the entireties; after one dies, the survivor continues as owner.

Keep the distinction clear

It differs from an ordinary joint tenancy. In Florida, dissolution of the marriage converts an estate by the entireties to a tenancy in common under section 689.15.

Related terms

Joint Tenancy · Tenant in Common · Right of Survivorship

Keep studying

Joint Tenancy, Tenancy in Common, Entireties, and Severalty

References: Florida Statutes 689.15: survivorship and co-ownership

Pronunciation (US): TEN-uhn-see by thee en-TY-er-teez (capitals show stress)

Pronunciation reference: Merriam-Webster