Munro & CrawfordVancouver, BC · May 4, 2026Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common in British Columbia
Quick Answer: In British Columbia, Joint Tenancy includes the “Right of Survivorship,” meaning if one owner dies, the property passes automatically to the survivor, bypassing probate. Tenancy in Common allows owners to hold separate shares (e.g., 60/40) and leave their share to anyone in their Will, but it requires the probate process. Rights of Survivorship…
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