Tenancies in Mississippi

Tenancy by the Entirety

The intent to create this type of tenancy between spouses must manifestly appear from the tenor of the instrument.

Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship

The intent to create this type of tenancy must manifestly appear from the tenor of the instrument.

Creation

It may be created by such conveyance from the owner or owners to himself, themselves or others, or to himself, themselves and others.

Tenancy in Common

This is the default type of tenancy for conveyances to two or more people, including married couples.