Joe and Carol own a lot together as tenants in common.If Carol dies,Joe automatically acquires ownership of Carol's interest in the property.

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As tenants in common, each owner has a separate and distinct ownership interest in the property. Therefore, when one tenant in common dies, their interest in the property passes according to their will or to their heirs if there is no will. It does not automatically pass to the other tenant in common.

Joe and Carol Own a Lot Together as Tenants in Common.If