Real Property: Rights and Duties of Cotenants in Concurrent Estates [LEAP Preview]

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00:00 Rights and Duties of Co-Tenants
Introduces the focus on rights and duties of co-tenants, specifically tenants in common and joint tenants, excluding tenancy by the entirety.

01:34 Right to Possession
Explains that all co-tenants have an equal right to possess and enjoy the entire property, regardless of ownership share.

04:07 No Rent Obligation Between Co-Tenants
Clarifies that co-tenants cannot demand rent from each other absent an agreement, even if one owns a larger share or is in sole possession.

05:35 Ouster and Legal Remedies
Describes how one co-tenant restricting another's possession constitutes ouster, allowing the ousted co-tenant to seek damages or an injunction.

07:40 Liability for Payments That Could Create a Lien
Outlines that co-tenants must each pay their pro rata share of expenses like mortgage and taxes to avoid foreclosure.

09:15 Contribution Actions
Explains when a co-tenant who pays more than their share of lien-related expenses can recover the excess from other co-tenants, including special rules for sole possession.

11:08 Simple Rule for Payment Liability
Summarizes the core rule that all co-tenants are responsible for their proportional share of payments that could result in a lien.

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