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Joint ownershipEqual ownership of property by two or more people. In the event of the death of one of the owners, title passes to the survivor (or survivors in equal amounts).Similar MatchesTransfer of ownershipTransfer of ownershipAny legal means by which a piece of real estate changes hands. Beneficial ownershipBeneficial ownershipOften used in risk arbitrage. Person who enjoys the benefits of ownership even though title is in another name. (Abused through the illegal use of a parking violation.) Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)A company contributes to a trust fund that buys stock on behalf of employees. OwnershipOwnershipRights to the use, enjoyment, and alienation of property, to the exclusion of others. Concerning real property, absolute rights are rare, being restricted by zoning laws, restrictions, liens, etc. Employee stock ownership planEmployee stock ownership planA plan devised to encourage employees to purchase stock in their company usually at a price below the market price. |
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