Fractional Interest

/ˈfrækʃənəl ˈɪntrɪst/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A partial ownership interest in a property or asset, entitling the holder to a proportionate share of rights, benefits, and obligations.
    She acquired a fractional interest in the commercial building, giving her a share of rental income.

Forms

  • fractional interests

Commentary

Commonly used in real estate and securities law to describe undivided partial ownership; clarity in documents is crucial to specify rights and restrictions attached to the fractional interest.

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