NJ Tenancy by Entirety

State Description

NJ

NORTON Courts in New Jersey have recognized tenancy by the entirety, but such interests are not exempt. Although the debtor's interest would remain subject to the spouse's right, it would not be exempt under Code ยง 522(b)(2)(B) unless such interests were determined to be exempted under state law.

NJ

survivorship interest of a spouse in property held as tenancy by the entirety is exempt from creditors of a single spouse